Best of Fernie 2022

The number of summer activities is on the rise in this beautiful Valley, drawing numerous people to our community with a substantial increase in summer tourism year after year.

Mountain biking has grown exponentially over the last few years, especially with the increase of events taking place in Fernie. Fortunately local trail organizations keep our network up to speed, maintaining and building all summer long to keep this recreational activity at its best!

There are so many great options at the hill, but of course we all have our favourites... some secret! These three received the top votes in 2022.

Thanks to the Fernie Nordic Society, our classic and skate skiing options have grown over the last few years. Here are this year's picks.

On those rainy summer days or during a cold winter spell, Fernie takes its recreation indoors! Here are 2022's top three.

Fernie is an artistic community, full of individuals who are creating regularly. Not surprisingly, that has resulted in numerous gallery spaces! This year, you picked these businesses as Fernie’s Best Galleries.

With a variety of entertainment opportunities, we thought it only fair to break up the categories this year especially with the growing popularity of jam nights, big bands, trios and singer/songwriters. Here are Fernie's best live music venues in 2022.

Events of all types are on the rise in Fernie, thanks to the many volunteers and organizations putting the time and effort into putting them on. Here are the hot items of 2022, that you won't want to miss in 2023!

Once in a while if we're not maintaining balance, we leave ourselves open to injury. Here are the three top ways we keep this at bay or work through any injuries that occur.

We are so fortunate to have a plethora of options when it comes to pampering ourselves. Here are 2022's best spas!

Where do we pick up our vitamins, supplements and natural ingredients or products? Here are your picks for 2022.

You always need great gear when exploring the backcountry, especially during the cold, wet winter months. Here's Fernie's 2022 picks for the best places to get your winter gear.

Most days in Fernie, you need something comfortable, built for the current weather, that is also fashionable - we call it mountain casual!

There are many choices when looking to pair a little bling or an accessory with your outfit of choice. Here are your top three faves in Fernie in 2022!

Whether visiting or living here, you need a good source of energy to keep up with your recreational pursuits. Fortunately, there is a plethora of shopping opportunities available to help keep the fridge stocked!

Whether you have a sweet tooth or not, it's difficult to turn down the amazing goodies offered at a variety of shops, cafes and stores in town. Check out 2022's top three!

A good bite to eat to start the day right or maybe a late morning weekend snack. Here are Fernie's brunch picks for 2022!

When it comes to the evening portion of your Fernie experience there is a range of options. Many of the restaurants are known for their ambient nature, an outing in itself. Here are 2022's top three.

Certain cuisines would just not taste the same without a complementary beer, and there are many restaurants and bars in town that go the extra mile to ensure this perfect match is available... sometimes making it quite a difficult choice!

For such a small town Fernie has a surprising number and variety of ethnic restaurants. Get out and explore - here are your favourites from 2022.

Pizza and burgers - staples in any town. These three establishments are your choice for pizza in 2022.

People are going to want to visit you in Fernie - period. Here are great options to send family members or those looking for somewhere cozy to spend the nights.

You all had some fabulous ideas on the best way to spend $20 in Fernie. Here are the three that received the most votes.

There are so many reasons for living in Fernie, but these three keep making the cut year after year.

Love seems to bud in Fernie... maybe it's the amazing trails, or sick powder, or abundance of new faces that arrive each and every year. Regardless, here are some great ideas for that first date on the town!