Top Things to do in Fernie
The 7 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Fernie, Kootenay Rockies
Discover the best top things to do in Fernie, Canada including Fernie Heritage Library, Fernie Museum, Mount Fernie Provincial Park, Fairy Creek Falls, Fernie Brewing Co., Fernie Visitor Information Centre, Canyon Raft Company.
Restaurants in Fernie
1. Fernie Heritage Library
2. Fernie Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Opened to the public in 2013, the Fernie Museum is located in the heart of historic downtown Fernie. The museum offers two floors of exhibits, a gift shop, archives and visitor information services. The main floor permanent exhibit highlights the story of the Fernie region, from the use of the area by the Ktunaxa to underground and open pit mining to the development of Fernie as a four-season resort community. The second floor gallery features rotating art and history exhibits. The Museum also offers a range of programs throughout the year, including popular themed walking tours during the summer. Museum staff are on hand to help guide your paths as your explore our museum, community and the environment around us – whether it is on the ski hill or on our many hiking or biking trails. Public washrooms are available and the facility offers barrier free access.
Reviewed By suzanm949
It is always fascinating to learn about the history of a small town. Loved all the old photographs and the history of coal mining in the town.
3. Mount Fernie Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By Skibum6969 - Fernie, Canada
This is a great campground: secluded spaces, far away from the next camper; a long way from the highway so there is no road noise; trails and creeks abound for happy exploring as do various mountain bike trails. A 10k hike or bike up a very easy trail takes you to Island Lake Lodge where you can sit on the deck and enjoy one of the best views in the world, and a great lunch or dinner.
4. Fairy Creek Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By JesicaDDT
Park at the Fernie Visitor Centre and you will find the trailhead easily. There are also pathways behind Canadian Tire to bike or run to the trailhead. We recently hiked this with our eight year old daughter. Slow incline with a variety of different scenery along the way, including an ancient bathtub, meadow, giant hollow tree, magical forest, raging river and thundering falls at the end. There is a wooden red fairy toadstool at the falls for donations so remember to bring some coins (especially magical for kids). Remember you are heading for the “Fairy Creek Falls” as opposed to the “Fairy Creek Trail” which continues up the mountain. Plan for about a two hour easy hike (return) to leave plenty of time to smell the flowers. Breathtaking views! This would also be a great trail run too. We will definitely go again!
5. Fernie Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 64 reviews
The Tasting Room has re-opened with a modified service! We are currently offering glasses + Growlers + packaged product - at a reduced capacity. No Flights at this time. The safety of our Team and Visitors is our priority, and we are following Provincial guidelines. We are also still offering FBC FlyBy - order your packaged product + merch online, then collect from safely outside the Brewery. Head to the website for more info, cheers!
Reviewed By lauren5598 - Hamilton, Canada
Local breweries are always a favourite, including Fernie. Great taproom with great beer! Was super busy when we arrived but were served rapidly while we waited for a seat to open up.
6. Fernie Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 31 reviews
We are the official Visitor Information Centre in Fernie, BC. We would love to help you find your bliss in our beautiful little mountain town! Washrooms, Wifi, Souvenirs, Picnic area, Hiking info, Maps, and more! #FernieStoke
Reviewed By 60alissap - Pitt Meadows, Canada
We stopped the visitor centre in Fernie to get some maps and hiking information. The staff were friendly, and they even had souvineers. The building is modern and clean, and there are a few animal pelts (bear, wolf, cougar, etc.) to look at. The parking lot is the same one for the waterfall trail too (Fairy Creek Falls).
7. Canyon Raft Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 171 reviews
