Traveling to Fernie

Your Gateway to the Rocky Mountains

Fernie is an adventure town with an old soul and fresh legs. Easy to reach. Hard to forget.

Whether you’re traveling from across the province, across the border, or across the ocean, getting here is part of the adventure.

Host Lodging Partners

We’re proud to partner with a fantastic lineup of local accommodations to make your stay in Fernie as comfortable and convenient as possible. Be sure to book early — rooms will fill up fast during race weekend!

Park Place Lodge

Full-service boutique hotel centrally located and walking distance to Historic downtown. Amenities include AC, microwave & min-fridge, onsite dining at the Bistro Restaurant and The Pub Bar & Grill, Spirits Cold Beer & Wine Shop, indoor pool, whirlpool, and fitness room.

    • Booking Code: ST326

    • Book By: May 26, 2026

    • Booking Rate: $176/ night + taxes (based on Deluxe room)

Fernie Fox Hotel

Where sustainability meets comfort, featuring EV charging stations, reduced waste policies, solar power panels and more. All rooms are 100% non-smoking, with double queen beds, mini fridge & microwave, AC along with access to guest laundry, hot tub, guest kitchen facilities and bbq sun deck!

    • Booking Code: Trans Rockies

    • Book By: May 24, 2026

    • Booking Rate: 15% Discount

Red Tree Lodge 

Comfortable, affordable accommodations and centrally located. Common spaces include guest kitchen, Games Room, Movie Theatre and Library. Additional amenities include indoor pool, hot tub and sauna, along with complimentary Breakfast Snack, coffee & tea.

    • Booking Code: Booking details to come

    • Booking Rate: Details to come

Snow Valley Lodging

Stay in Canada's first Tiny Home hotel (full kitchen) or choose one of the beautifully renovated comfort rooms, featuring mini fridge and microwave. Access to complimentary laundry services, BBQ deck and hot tub.

    • Booking Code: Must call property direct to book and mention TransRockies racer

    • Book By: April 26, 2026

    • Booking Rate: Best Available

Fernie Stanford Waterslide Resort

Just a five-minute drive from Historic Downtown, featuring spacious hotel rooms with a full range of services and amenities including a 166ft waterslide with indoor pool, on-site restaurant, and complimentary continental breakfast. 

    • Booking Code: Call direct and mention TransRockies

    • Book By: May 24, 2026

    • Booking Rate: Economy – $179.10, Standard Deluxe - $188.10, Jacuzzi suite - $224.10, Family Suite - $242.10
      *Applicable taxes/ fee’s not included and will be added upon booking.

Canada’s Best Value Inn

Conveniently located on Highway 3 and within walking distance of Fernie's Historic Downtown and the Elk River. Clean, spacious comfortable rooms that offer great value. Features include indoor pool & hot tub, microwave & refrigerator, washer/dryer for guests and more.  

    • Booking Code: Singletrack 3

    • Book by: April 24, 2026

    • Booking Rate: $120 + taxes/night

Coal Creek RV & Camping 

Opening for 2026! Fully serviced sites with 20, 30 & 50 amp hookups, potable water with washrooms and showers available.

    • Booking Code: Details to come

    • Booking Rate: Details to come

Nearest Airports

Canadian Airports

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) – Approximately 3 hours (275 km)

    Fernie’s most popular arrival option with direct flights from across Canada, the U.S., and Europe.

  • Cranbrook / Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) – Approximately 1 hour (100 km)

    A convenient regional airport with daily connections to Calgary and Vancouver.

U.S. Airports

  • Kalispell, Montana (FCA – Glacier Park International Airport) – Approximately 2.5 hours (170 km)

    Perfect for U.S. travelers — just remember your passport for the border crossing.

  • Spokane, Washington (GEG) – Approximately 5 hours (430 km)

    A great option for those driving up from the Pacific Northwest.

Driving Distances & Times

From Major Cities:

  • Calgary, AB – 3 hours (275 km)

  • Cranbrook, BC – 1 hour (100 km)

  • Vancouver, BC – 10 hours (950 km)

  • Seattle, WA – 9.5 hours (850 km)

  • Salt Lake City, UT – 11 hours (1,050 km)

  • Denver, CO – 15 hours (1,400 km)


Time Zone Reminder: Fernie, BC is located in the Mountain Time Zone (MT).