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  • Sunday • June 22, 2025
  • 9:00 am
  • Fernie Area

The 7,000 acres of pristine wilderness at Island Lake provides countless hiking opportunities.

Want to learn about flora and fauna? Whether you are interested in a 30 minute walk or a full day hike, Island Lake has what you need with beautifully maintained and diverse hiking trails and accredited hiking guides available. Island Lake Lodge's hiking guides can take you on a short half day interpretive walk or an all day adventure. A guided hike is a great way to discover places you may not experience on your own and learn about the local environment.

Hiking Guides are available for summer 2025, call 250-423-3700 to enquire or book. 

2025 Group Guided Hikes

  • Sunday, June 22nd – Tamarack Trail Viewpoint
  • Sunday, July 13th - Fir Trail
  • Sunday, August 24th - Old Growth Trail
  • Sunday, Sept 7th - Spineback Trail
  • $25/pp, meet at the Tamarack Lodge front doors at 9am, booking not required

“Take A Hike” – Trail Of The Week 

  • Hike the “trail of the week”, take a photo on the trail’s iconic photo spot, and receive an exclusive Burger & Beer special at the Bear Bistro when you show your server the photo!
  • Runs during public/operational days, summer long
  • Trail of the week can be found here:https://www.islandlakelodge.com/iconic-photo-spots

Heiko's Trail: 

Island Lake Lodge has non-operational days and private function weekends where there is no motorized road access beyond the lower parking lot. Please plan your visit. See calendar for details. Those wishing to hike Heiko's during those dates, please work in the extra 8km it adds. All hikers should register at least 24 hours prior to the hike if you are planning to drop off a vehicle on our property overnight. Please call 250-423-3700. 

Make sure to schedule time to enjoy lunch or dinner at the lodge, relax in the Spa or stay for a night and enjoy the most beautiful B&B experience in Fernie.

Please note: Island Lake Lodge is private property and does not permit outside tour operators/guides on the property without expressed permission from the CEO. 

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  • 250 423 3700
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  • www.islandlakelodge.com/hiking-fernie
  • Cedar Valley Road, Fernie, BC