Fernie Alpine vs Solitude
Comparing Fernie Alpine (BC) and Solitude (UT) 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
Solitude
Solitude, UT
Epic pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$139
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Fernie Alpine | Solitude | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $189 | $199 | Fernie Alpine |
| Online (30+ days) | $160 | $139 | Solitude |
| Season pass | $1,051 | — | Fernie Alpine |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 500" | Solitude |
| Skiable acres | 2,500 | 1,200 | Fernie Alpine |
| Vertical drop | 3,550' | 2,494' | Fernie Alpine |
| Runs | 142 | 82 | Fernie Alpine |
| Lifts | 10 | 8 | Fernie Alpine |
| Summit elevation | 6,150' | 10,488' | Solitude |
| Beginner terrain | 10% | 20% | Solitude |
| Advanced terrain | 50% | 30% | Fernie Alpine |
| Average lift wait | — | 6 min | Solitude |
The Match
Solitude is cheaper at the gate ($139 vs $160 entry). Fernie Alpine is significantly bigger (2,500 vs 1,200 acres). Solitude sees more snow (500" vs 300"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.