Easy & Family-Friendly Bike Trails in Fernie
Fernie’ s mountain bike season is from May to October; many trails are also rideable in winter for fatbiking 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
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
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Mt Fernie Park Road
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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
5 Dirt Jump Park & Skills Zone
6 Maiden Lake
• 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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FAIRY CREEK
West Fernie
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ELK RIVER
James White Park
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North Fernie Bridge
Annex Park P
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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
2nd Ave.
RIVER ROAD
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COAL CREEK
Montane
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COAL CREEK ROAD
Closed to motorized traffic
Castle Mountain
• 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( 3km loop)
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Trail Etiquette & Safety:
• 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 for energy
• Support the local trails with a donation or membership
• Stay on designated trails
• Motorized vehicles are prohibited
• Consider carrying bear spray and know how to use it Report Wildlife sightings to WildSafeBC ph: 877-952-7277
Guided Bike Clinics & Camps
Fernie Alpine Resort Ph: 250-423-4655 RideTheory Ph: 250-278-9300
For further information:
Visit ridefernie. com 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 at the Visitor Centre.
Published by Tourism Fernie, June 2025 Cover Photo: Beartooth Media
Biking in Fernie
Easy & Family-Friendly Trails
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