Fernie Alpine Resort vs Whitewater

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

StatFernie Alpine ResortWhitewater
Vertical drop3,406 ft (1,038 m)2,044 ft (623 m)
Summit elevation6,880 ft6,706 ft
Base elevation3,474 ft4,662 ft
Lifts104
Runs12081
Beginner terrain19%20%
Intermediate terrain42%40%
Expert terrain39%40%
Night skiingNoNo

Fernie Alpine Resort has the bigger vertical (3,406 ft vs 2,044 ft); Fernie Alpine Resort has more runs (120 vs 81); Whitewater skews more expert (40% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Fernie Alpine ResortEpic Pass: 7 days
WhitewaterNot 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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