Cypress Mountain Ski Area vs Fernie Alpine Resort

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

StatCypress Mountain Ski AreaFernie Alpine Resort
Vertical drop1,975 ft (602 m)3,406 ft (1,038 m)
Summit elevation4,678 ft6,880 ft
Base elevation2,703 ft3,474 ft
Lifts710
Runs79120
Beginner terrain21%19%
Intermediate terrain50%42%
Expert terrain29%39%
Night skiingYesNo

Fernie Alpine Resort has the bigger vertical (3,406 ft vs 1,975 ft); Fernie Alpine Resort has more runs (120 vs 79); Fernie Alpine Resort skews more expert (39% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Cypress Mountain Ski AreaIkon Pass: 7 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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