The Raging Elk Hostel, Canadian ski hostels, Fernie hostel, Fernie Backpackers, or The Raging Elk Adventure Lodge, any way you put it we are Located in the Gem of The Canadian Rockies, Fernie B.C is a treasure chest of adventure. Epic powder skiing in epic powder, that's what Fernie is all about in the winter, and the Raging Elk just adds to the adventure. The summer also rocks with some of the best mountain biking in the Canadian Rockies, hiking is still unspoiled in the Elk Valley. You can hike many trails in the area and still only see one or two other hikers on your adventure. Being only 4 hrs from Banff Park, Fernie offers the beautiful Rockies with the warm B.C summer nights were dusk comes around 10pm, and not the crazy pace of Banff Park, but the laid back pace of the kootenay Rockies.


Facilities
  • Large communal facility
  • Fully loaded kitchen
  • Large games room & entertainment room
  • Theater style movie room
  • Sauna
  • Ski tuning & masseuse room
  • Secure ski/bike storage
  • Walking distance to local bars & restaurants
  • 5 minutes from the ski hill

"Once again winner for the best hostel in the Kootenays"


"Nestled in the heart of Canada's Snowbelt; The Raging Elk Hostel combines an outrageous social experience with easy access to the SICKEST powder skiing & boarding, and the wildest singletrack mountain biking in the Canadian Rockies!"

Joe & Sadie Howse
Owners & Operators
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  • Free Rocky Mountain Breakfast Daily!
  • Group Bookings Welcome
  • Private Rooms Available





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