IT’S OFFICIAL – THE TRAIL TO ALE™ 2024 SEASON IS over! Cheers to the 1,050 Trail to Ale’ers who crushed P9, Hypervent and Swine Flu this summer.

Group of bikers at summit of Project 9 trail in Fernie BC.

Group of bikers at summit of Project 9 trail in Fernie BC.

what is trail to ale™?

FIND OUT ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

FBC’s Trail to Ale™ Challenge is a popular and fun, mountain and beer-filled Fernie adventure. And, while a tough day on the trails awaits, the views, glory and cold beer is worth every stroke or step.

The Challenge consists of bagging three peaks, on bike or foot in any order, within a 24hr period. Open to bikers, runners or hikers, you have to get to the top of Hyperventilation, Project 9 and Swine Flu, within the 24hr time limit.

Of course you have to ‘prove it’ with timestamped selfies, so be sure to snap a shot when you start, then at the 3 Trail to Ale™ on-trail signs, as well as at the Brewery upon finishing. Once the 5 pieces of photographic evidence has been shared with the Tasting Room team, you will be rewarded with a cold beer and a brand new #TrailToAleFernie2024 sticker. The purchase of (more) salty nuts, is optional.

THE ROUTE

The 3 peaks may be completed in any order, and you may start wherever and whenever you wish. However, you must finish at Fernie Brewing Co., within a 24hr period – and have all 5 timestamped pictures ready to show the Tasting Room crew. Expect your total bike, run or hike to be around 40km and 1,200m ascent, depending on what route you take.

Group of bikers at summit of Project 9 trail in Fernie BC.
PROJECT 9

Location: Mt. Fernie Provincial Park
Distance: 5.5km + Ascent: 280m + Descent: 332m

P9

Bikers riding Hyperventilation trail in Fernie BC.
HYPERVENTILATION

Location: Castle Rocks
Distance: 3.8km + Ascent: 469m + Descent: 350m

Hyper

Group of bikers at summit of Swine Flu trail in Fernie BC.
SWINE FLU

Location: Mt. Proctor
Distance: 6.5km + Ascent: 209m + Descent: 365m

Swine

Five men looking out from viewpoint with mountain bikes in the foreground.

Five men looking out from viewpoint with mountain bikes in the foreground.

know before you go

OUR RULES

  • There’s no charge to take part, but we ask all participants to purchase a 2024 Fernie Trails Pass, from the Fernie Trails Alliance – for the safety of both the participant and landowners – via the link below.
  • The peaks can be accomplished in any order, but challengers must bike or run the whole way, from start to finish – if hiking, you are allowed to drive to the trail heads.
  • Your photos need to be timestamped – this includes the 3 peaks + start + finish – include all Challengers, and all the Trail to Ale™ signs.
  • Once you’ve finished at the Brewery, show your time stamped photos to our Tasting Room team, and you will be rewarded with a beer and a #TrailToAleFernie2024 sticker!

DON’T FORGET THE SHIRT!

Fresh new Trail to Ale™ 2024 merch is now available.

A perfect addition to your FREE beer + 2024 sticker.

PLAY SMART. PLAY SAFE.

Fernie Brewing Co. assumes no liability for individuals participating in the Trail to Ale™ Challenge. Before you go, please have a read of the below, and ensure this challenge is the challenge for you…

Please ensure this is within your capabilities. Participate at your own risk.

Be aware of early season hazards, as well as trees down at any time of the season.

We highly recommend you do this with a friend, but if you’re going solo, always let a friend know where you’re going and when you’re expected to be back

Fernie is in wildlife country – be animal smart and know what to do if you encounter animals. For more information on how to stay safe, head to Wildsafe BC.

We’ve had a number of (very capable) teens participate in this challenge – if this is in their wheelhouse, they are more than welcome – and shall be rewarded with a cold non-alcoholic beverage!

Know where to go! Download Trailforks so you have a map and can check the status/condition of all trails before you go. Please respect the trails.

Download Trailforks

#trailtoalefernie today with jessemong! Sad that ferniebrewingco is closed but we will be back for our medal and beer! #giantbikes #livbeyond

Here’s to new friends, new jobs, and the Dayton Ale Trail 🍻

Have a great weekend! #windowcleaning #wedowindows #ferniebc #ferniestoke #trailtoalefernie

Fernie Friday! Solid effort by a determined crew. #knightriders #trailtoalefernie #3peaks #somanycalories #drinkfernie

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