Apex Mountain Resort vs Fernie Alpine Resort

Apex Mountain Resort (British Columbia) and Fernie Alpine Resort (British Columbia) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatApex Mountain ResortFernie Alpine Resort
Vertical drop1,860 ft (567 m)3,406 ft (1,038 m)
Summit elevation7,129 ft6,880 ft
Base elevation5,269 ft3,474 ft
Lifts410
Runs75120
Beginner terrain19%19%
Intermediate terrain36%42%
Expert terrain45%39%
Night skiingYesNo

Fernie Alpine Resort has the bigger vertical (3,406 ft vs 1,860 ft); Fernie Alpine Resort has more runs (120 vs 75); Apex Mountain Resort skews more expert (45% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Apex Mountain ResortIndy Pass: 2 days
Fernie Alpine ResortEpic Pass: 7 days

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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