City coordinates: 49.5041747, -115.062867
Fernie is a city in southeastern British Columbia located within the Elk Valley near the Rocky Mountains. The community developed historically through coal mining and railway expansion.
The surrounding mountains and forests have also made Fernie a popular destination for outdoor recreation. Skiing, hiking, mountain biking and fishing attract visitors throughout the year.
Today Fernie combines its mining heritage with tourism and outdoor lifestyle in one of British Columbia’s scenic mountain regions.