SUMMER IN THE ELK VALLEY
From scenic chairlift rides on the slopes of the Lizard Range at Fernie Alpine Resort , to the sparkling Elk Lakes at the head of the valley north of Elkford , the Elk Valley is a haven of beautiful scenery and open spaces . Enjoy it all on foot or on wheels and don ’ t forget your camera , sketchbook or pocket paint set !
Breathe the fresh clean air and take a self-guided walking tour ; download the Iconic Fernie App * or Sparwood Walking Tour App from major App stores or take a guided interpretive tour with the Fernie Museum . Browse local boutiques and discover new artists . Stroll through leafy forests or take a gentle hike to a waterfall . The rhythm and the energy of valley life is returning with live outdoor music , gatherings , markets and workshops from spring into summer , plus fantastic new dining options and plenty of great patio atmosphere .
Wapiti Music Festival returns this year to celebrate 10 years of amazing Canadian Indie sound and the Fernie Arts Station has a great selection of outdoor activities including a whole week of artistic dumpster painting at the end of August . The Sparwood Museum invites you to join them every Friday afternoon until
7pm in the summer for Culture On The Lawn , featuring activities , markets and live music .
The Elk River is a haven on a hot day for floating , fishing , strolling and wildlife viewing . Please note that portions of the riverside trails in Annex Park in Fernie may be inaccessible this summer due to essential flood prevention work .
* Available from June 22 – visit iconicfernie . com for details .
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