Approximately 30 minutes One Way
A scenic, all-ages, friendly downhill hike that winds through daisy and vibrant wildflower country. Starting from the top of the Elk Chair, this gentle trail descends to the resort base area. Along the trail, discover the local flora and fauna through engaging interpretive signage.
Approximately 1 Hour One Way
A great hike on a hot day! This wide multi-use road travels through old-growth cedar forest but also offers exceptional views up the Elk Valley. Interpretive signage detailing some of the special ecological features that can be found on this trail. Multi-use trail (hike/bike)
Approximately 1 Hour One Way
This wide shaded road descends through cedar forest to the base area. The trail passes through several of our best huckleberry and strawberry patches and also provides opportunities to spot calypso orchids. Multi-use trail (hike/bike).
Approximately 1 Hour Round Trip from the Trailhead
This spectacular, secluded trail meanders through a magical pocket of old growth forest to a notable stand of ancient cedar trees.
Approximately 1 Hour Round Trip from the Trailhead
This wide loop road descends through the Cedar Bowl drainage to connect the resort with the Fernie Provincial Park trail network. Watch for moose in the seasonal creek and willow beds to the right of the trail. Hike back up or connect with View trail to return to the base area. Multi-use trail (hike/bike).
Approximately 1 Hour One Way
A beautiful and shady mountain road which provides return access to the base of the resort from the Gorbie Loop / Cedar Bowl area. Multi-use trail (hike/bike).
Approximately: 2 Hours One Way
The sub-alpine forests will thin into alpine tundra as you steadily climb this wide road through the Lizard Bowl. Enjoy premium views from the mid-trail observation deck. A fossil zone at the end of the trail is full of examples of ancient sea life. This trail also makes a great ‘down’ route from the Skeleton Flats trail.
Approximately: 1 Hour One Way
A stunning alpine hike that climbs through the ‘Dancer’ avalanche path to connect with the Summer Road. This unique ecosystem provides a nutrient-rich habitat for wildflowers, moose, and bears. Please stay on the trail to protect glacier lilies, blue clematis, and western anemone wildflowers.
Approximately 1.5 Hours One Way
From the top of the Elk Chair, the trail ascends up into Lizard Bowl, then traverses across the ‘three fingers’ (ski runs). From there, cross into Currie Bowl for wide, spectacular views, then turn around and hike back to the top of the Elk chair. Multi-use trail (hike/bike).
Approximately 1 Hour Round Trip
The ultimate alpine hike for those short on time! The trail traverses through stunning alpine meadows before reaching the Lost Boys observation deck. Panoramic views southward towards Lake Koocanusa.
Approximately 1 Hour Round Trip
Accessible via the Lost Boys trail, this hike descends through sub-alpine forest to the massive debris of a very old, large landslide. Explore the towering limestone boulders before a return ascent up the Falling Star ski run.
Approximately 3 Hours Round Trip
This trail is a steady climb up a gravel road, offering spectacular views of the Elk Valley. Often used as an alternate ascent/descent from Polar Peak. Watch for the white mountain goats perched on the limestone headwalls above Currie Bowl.
Approximately 1 Hour One Way
This rough trail meanders through winter avalanche deposit zones full of stubby trees and scree slopes below the Timber headwall. Expect snowy patches until early August. Listen for "peeping" pikas.
Approximately 5 Hours Round Trip
Our ultimate trail for the adventurous and experienced hiker! After a steady scramble up Elephant Head, this rugged alpine trail traverses over a series of small limestone summits. Not for the faint of heart, there are several spots with the feeling of exposure, and one descent requiring assistance of a fixed cable. From the peak, return to the top of the Timber Chair via the Polar Road & White Pass Trail (burgundy).
Approximately 1 Hour Round Trip
This rugged trail circles around Siberia Ridge, offering views of both the Elk Valley and the Siberia Bowl. A fossil wall at the end of the trail offers exceptional examples of ancient Devonian sea life.
Approximately 0.5 Hour Round Trip
A short, gentle stroll from Timber Chair Unload to the Falling Star ski run. Look and listen for the variety of small animals and birds that use the dense alder for food, nests, and protection.
A steep descent off the Megasaurus trail in Currie Bowl takes you down the edge of ski runs and past the top of the Deer Chair. You then finish the trail on mellow terrain before making it back to the plaza.
Coming in Summer 2025
A new hiking trail that connects the Timber Chair top to Megasaurus. It climbs slightly above the Chair and takes hikers across the Timber Bowl and onto the Diamond Back Ridge. The ridge provides unique views of Currie and Timber Bowls and offers nice hiking terrain. A small cliff band must be navigated just above the connection point with the Megasaurus.
Approximately 2 Hour Round Trip
This multi-use trail offers single-track hiking through mature forest. Several creek crossings provide an opportunity to search for long-toed salamanders and other forest creatures. Multi-use trail (hike/bike).
Approximately 4 Hour Round Trip
These trails make up our winter FAR cross country ski trail network. Excellent cross country mountain biking and an easy hiking loop on wide open trails. Multi-use trail (hike/bike).
Approximately 1 Hour One Way
A beautiful and shady mountain road which provides return access to the base of the resort from the Gorbie Loop / Cedar Bowl area. Multi-use trail (hike/bike).
