Fernie Alpine Resort vs Purden Ski Village

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

StatFernie Alpine ResortPurden Ski Village
Vertical drop3,406 ft (1,038 m)1,060 ft (323 m)
Summit elevation6,880 ft4,478 ft
Base elevation3,474 ft3,419 ft
Lifts103
Runs12023
Beginner terrain19%17%
Intermediate terrain42%57%
Expert terrain39%26%
Night skiingNo-

Fernie Alpine Resort has the bigger vertical (3,406 ft vs 1,060 ft); Fernie Alpine Resort has more runs (120 vs 23); Fernie Alpine Resort skews more expert (39% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Fernie Alpine ResortEpic Pass: 7 days
Purden Ski VillageNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

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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