Fernie Alpine Resort - World Snowboard Guide

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Introduction

Fernie Alpine Resort deservedly has a reputation for being a powder paradise. With an average annual snowfall of 875cm and enough steep gladed terrain to keep you entertained for the longest of stays, it is not surprising that it has become so popular, especially with the Antipodean snowboarding contingent. Since the take over by Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (owners of Lake Louise) the ski area has doubled in size. The two new chairs have opened the doors to three bowls, Timber, Currie and Siberia that offer some of the mountains most challenging terrain. Beginners, intermediate and advanced riders will feel equally at home on the slopes and if for some reason you decide to leave your board at home for the day, there are a number of activities from dog sledding to snowmobiling that will entertain you.

New for season

07/08: There is no longer a park in Fernie. RCR who own the resort have decided to take all jumps and pipes out of their resorts. There is a new rail park, but it's not up to much.
04/05:Three areas have been gladed for easier access. DayLodge will be upgraded, new cat has been added to the grooming fleet. New access from Currie Bowl to Bear Chair.

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Resort Statistics

Resort Type: Alpine
Winter: Nov to April
Summer: None

Lifts

Total Lifts: 10
Chair lifts: 6
Drag lifts: 4
Max people per hour: 13,716
Board Leashes required: Yes

Mountain

Total pistes/trails: 107
Total ride area: 2500acres
Longest run: 3miles (5.1km)

Top lift: 1925m
Vertical drop: 857m
First lift: 1068m

Piste suitability

Green runs: 30%
Red runs: 40%
Black runs: 30%

Lift Passes

Lift Passes: 1 day lift pass: $60 CDN
5-day lift pass: $290 CDN
7-day lift pass: $406
Season Pass: $729
Lift times:8.30am to 3.30pm

Snowfall

Average annual snowfall: 8.75m
Artificial snowmaking coverage: 0%

Facilities

Night Riding: : Yes
Snowboard Schools: Lesson, lift and equipment - $43
Snowboard Hire: Board and boots - $25 (Kids - $20)

Heliboarding: : Yes
Snowmobiles: Yes

Further information

www.skifernie.com/
Email:info@skifernie.com

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Summary

Excellent open bowl freeriding on crowd free slopes and a mountain with a good annual snow record. Good for beginners and ideal for natural freestlye riding.

MONEY WISE Moderately priced resort but damn good value.