Resort Comparison

Fernie Alpine Resort vs Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Revelstoke Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing village atmosphere.

The Verdict

Fernie Alpine Resort leads with 3 wins

Best for Families

Fernie Alpine Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

188.8" average season

Best Terrain

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

5,620' of vertical

Best Value

Fernie Alpine Resort

Moderate pricing

Easiest Access

Fernie Alpine Resort

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Pleasant base area

Fernie Alpine Resort

British Columbia, Canada

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Revelstoke Mountain Resort

British Columbia, Canada

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Family

Ski School Age

3+

3+

Full-Day Program

Beginner Terrain

6.5

6.0

Walkability

6.5

6.5

Village Vibe

7.0

7.5

Mountain

Vertical

2,816'

5,620'

Skiable Area

2,504 ac

3,121 ac

Green Runs

30%

7%

Trails

142

75

Lifts

10

6

Getting There

Airport

YXC

YLW

Drive Time

1.5h

2.5h

Road Ease

6.5

6.0

Cost

Passes

Ikon

Ikon

Day Pass

$125

$150

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Good

Good

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Fernie Alpine Resort

123.1"

avg season

2024-25 season

104.8" total

85%

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

188.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

162.1" total

86%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

189"94"0"

Fernie Alpine Resort

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Revelstoke Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing village atmosphere.

Key Differences

Revelstoke Mountain Resort has greater vertical drop (5,620' vs 2,816'), offering longer runs
Fernie Alpine Resort has more beginner/intermediate terrain (70% green and blue), while Revelstoke Mountain Resort skews more advanced (48% black and double black)

Best For

Fernie Alpine Resort

Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
Budget-conscious families
Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
Budget-conscious families
Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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Regions

British Columbia

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Guides

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