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Fernie Rail Trail

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Area A (Upper Flathead/Elk Valley)

Fernie Rail Trail

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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

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Start point

Parking

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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 toilet, and a picnic table, making it an easy place to begin exploring the Elk Valley.

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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 creeks and through open clearings, with the surrounding mountain peaks providing a breathtaking backdrop. The trail ends at Mount Fernie Park Road with an option to continue on Old Growth Trail, or turn around and retrace your steps and take in the views from another perspective back to the trailhead.

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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 trip accordingly. If you’re looking to extend your journey from Fernie Rail Trail, the Old Growth Trail leads deeper into Fernie Nature Park to Island Lake, with towering western red cedars and lush forest, creating a beautiful change of scenery.

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6.94 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.92 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.89 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,130 m)

Lowest point (1,050 m)

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Tuesday 1 September

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