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Endless snowmobiling adventures .
Venture into Fernie ’ s backcountry and experience some of the best riding in the Rockies . Fernie offers a fantastic combination of regularly groomed trails , fun play areas for all abilities , and some of BC ’ s best technical treeline-style riding .
Convenient staging areas and groomed trails are only minutes from town . The welcoming on-trail facilities of Wranglers Cabin and Rolling Hills Cabin offer a great spot to warm up , meet other sledders and enjoy your packed lunch . The Coal Creek area attracts riders of all abilities , while Morrissey offers exceptional intermediate to advanced riding options . Hartley Lake , Corbin , and Ram Creek provide advanced terrain for experienced riders .
The Fernie Snowmobile Association manages five riding areas in the valley under partnership with private landowners and the government . A trail pass is required to sled the valley and can be purchased online or in person at the trailhead before you ride . Visit ferniesnowmobile . com for details on riding areas , trail maps , passes , grooming and event schedules .
Sled rentals , snowmobile gear and parts are available through Ghostrider Motorsports ; Elk Valley Rentals offer rentals and can assist in organising day trips . Avalanche equipment is available at Gearhub Sports and The Guide ’ s Hut .
Enhance your backcountry sledding experience and safety with professional support . Elk Valley Snow Shepherds offers avalanche courses , guided adventures , and various levels of riding clinics for both snowmobilers and snowbikers . Weir Boondocking offers a variety of coaching and riding clinics .
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