Mountain Biking in Fernie

Fernie’ s mountain bike season is from May to October; many trails are also rideable in winter for fat biking making Fernie a year-round biking destination. The trail system spans the valley in every direction and includes a variety of singletrack, including cruisey, gentle, beginner-friendly trails.

Island Lake Lodge

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Gate to Lodge

Mt Fernie Park Road

GORBY BRIDGE

Private landowners permit access to certain trail areas. Please respect all noted signage while enjoying these trails. Consider giving back to the trails by supporting our local trail groups. Donate online at fernietrailsalliance. com and coalcreekheritagesociety. com

Download the Trailforks App for a GPS trail map & to view your position on your phone.

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Mount Fernie

Mount Fernie Provincial Park

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Lizard Range

Three Sisters

LIZARD CREEK

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Fernie Alpine Resort

FAIRY CREEK

West Fernie

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ELK RIVER

James White Park

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North Fernie Bridge

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11th St.

4th St.

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COKATO ROAD

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Historic Downtown

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Maiden Lake

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2nd Ave.

RIVER ROAD

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COAL CREEK

Montane

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COAL CREEK ROAD

Closed to motorized traffic

Castle Mountain

• Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to be back

• Be respectful of other trail users and their enjoyment of the trail

• Be aware of wildlife, make noise, keep dogs on leash where required

• Respect the environment and leave no trace. All garbage must be packed out and deposited in proper receptacles

• Check the weather forecast before you go, plan and dress accordingly

• Bring water and pack snacks to keep up energy levels

• Stay on designated trails

• Motorized vehicles are prohibited

• Consider carrying bear spray and know how to use it

Report wildlife sightings to WildSafeBC: 877-952-7277

Fernie Alpine Resort: 250-423-4655 Ridetheory: 250-602-9315

Visit ridefernie. com for online biking details. For further information:

5 Dirt Jump Park & Skills Zone

• Adjacent to the Fernie Aquatic Centre, Pine Ave & Ridgemont Ave

• Skills Zone with various features & small pump tracks.

• Group gazebo shelter with a picnic table, free bike wash, trails map, signage and a porta potty.

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Maiden Lake

• Family-friendly flat trail around a scenic man-made lake( 650m loop)

• Watch for painted turtles and blue herons

• Option to explore further by connecting onto the Great Northern Trail( 2.5km loop) or Fernie Valley Pathway( 10.6km return)

Fernie Visitor Centre 102 Commerce Road / HWY 3 | 778-519-0748 Fernie Summer Trail Map

Scan the QR code to download the map or pick up a free copy.

Published by Tourism Fernie, May 2026

Cover Photo: Exploring family-friendly trails at Fernie Alpine Resort. Photo by Nick Nault. tourismfernie. com | # ferniestoke