A noted tourist destination, Fernie is home to Fernie Alpine Resort, one of the largest ski resorts in Canada. Unique weather patterns tend to bring much more precipitation to the area than one might typically find this far inland, making the area a mecca for powder skiing. The famous backcountry resort of Island Lake Lodge is also nearby. Summer in Fernie is generally far quieter than the winter months, though mountain biking, fly fishing and golf are increasingly important tourist draws.
