Fernie Alpine vs SilverStar
Comparing Fernie Alpine (BC) and SilverStar (BC) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Fernie Alpine
Fernie, BC
Epic pass
Window price$189
Online (advance)$160
Season pass$1,051
SilverStar
Vernon, BC
Independent pass
Window price$129
Online (advance)$109
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Fernie Alpine | SilverStar | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $189 | $129 | SilverStar |
| Online (30+ days) | $160 | $109 | SilverStar |
| Season pass | $1,051 | — | Fernie Alpine |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 300" | Tied |
| Skiable acres | 2,500 | 3,282 | SilverStar |
| Vertical drop | 3,550' | 2,500' | Fernie Alpine |
| Runs | 142 | 132 | Fernie Alpine |
| Lifts | 10 | 12 | SilverStar |
| Summit elevation | 6,150' | 6,278' | SilverStar |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 15% | SilverStar |
| Advanced terrain | 50% | 35% | Fernie Alpine |
| Average lift wait | — | — | Tied |
The Match
SilverStar is cheaper at the gate ($109 vs $160 entry). SilverStar is significantly bigger (3,282 vs 2,500 acres). Pass affiliation: Fernie Alpine is Epic, SilverStar is Independent.