Fernie Alpine Resort vs Shames Mountain Ski Area

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

StatFernie Alpine ResortShames Mountain Ski Area
Vertical drop3,406 ft (1,038 m)1,467 ft (447 m)
Summit elevation6,880 ft3,809 ft
Base elevation3,474 ft2,346 ft
Lifts103
Runs12027
Beginner terrain19%26%
Intermediate terrain42%56%
Expert terrain39%18%
Night skiingNo-

Fernie Alpine Resort has the bigger vertical (3,406 ft vs 1,467 ft); Fernie Alpine Resort has more runs (120 vs 27); Fernie Alpine Resort skews more expert (39% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Fernie Alpine ResortEpic Pass: 7 days
Shames Mountain Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 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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