July 28, 2023 - Fernie is a world-class year-round outdoor adventure destination that’s known for its champagne powder, but it’s also an established cycling destination for all levels of riders.

Located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies there are eight areas with literally hundreds of trails to choose from including mountain biking, gravel cycling, downhill via lift access, bike-packing, and fat biking in winter.

Fernie Alpine Resort’s lift access bike park features 36 trails in the summer season from late June to early September. Plus there are plenty of events over the summer to build a thirst for like the Fernie Gravel Grind, the TransRockies Singletrack 6, the WAM BAM Dirt Jump Jam and more.

Class 1 e-bikes are welcome on the trails in Fernie, while equipment rentals and services are available at several locations in town and on the mountain.

With a diverse range of accommodations to suit different budgets, eclectic dining is offered in every corner of this mountain town.

A mere 3-hour drive southwest from Calgary or a 2-hour drive from Glacier Park International Airport (Kalispell, MT), Fernie beckons to be explored amidst a relaxed atmosphere, with locally brewed beverages to top off your ride.

Find out more about the great cycling adventures in Fernie, B.C. and other spots in Canada, the USA and Europe… order a copy of Best Cycling Great Escapes today and start dreaming of your next cycling get-away here.