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British Columbia

Area A (Upper Flathead/Elk Valley)

Fernie Rail Trail

Hiking trails & Routes

British Columbia

Area A (Upper Flathead/Elk Valley)

Fernie Rail Trail

Easy

3

hikers

Fernie Rail Trail

01:52

6.94km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 24, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

19 m

Fernie Rail Trailhead

Highlight • Rest Area

This trailhead is the main parking area for access to the Fernie Rail Trail and Lizard Creek Trail. There is signage with trail information, a small parking area, a pit …

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2

628 m

Fernie Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Fernie Rail Trail is a beautiful path that follows a former railway corridor through lush forest, colourful wildflower meadows, and peaceful wetlands. The trail is mostly singletrack and meanders alongside …

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3

3.47 km

Old Growth Trail Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This spot is where Fernie Rail Trail ends, and Old Growth Trail begins. There is a pit toilet and a small parking area here, but no water, so plan your …

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B

6.94 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.92 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.91 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,130 m)

Lowest point (1,050 m)

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