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4.4 miles
Distance
1,470 ft
Climb
-359 ft
Descent
4,574 ft
High Point
1,110 ft
Altitude change
3,445 ft
Altitude min
3,445 ft
Altitude start
4,554 ft
Altitude end
4.8%
Grade
-31.7%
Grade max
63%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
5,246 ft
Distance down
1,175 ft
Distance flat
Smooth, flowy beginner trail with some berms, and bridge crossings. Definitely recommend stopping by at Island Lake Lodge for food and drink before taking the same route back down with the assistance of gravity.
From town:
This is a bi-directional route best started at the entrance gate to Island Lake Lodge shortly after leaving the Mt. Fernie Provincial Park Camp Grounds. Look out for the trail head on right
It's a steady climb for 7km all the way to Island Lake Lodge. Be wary of downhill oncoming traffic, both on bike and foot, and always be vocal to make other users and wildlife aware of your presence.
Detailed Description
Lazy Lizard is a 4 mile moderately popular easy route located near Fernie British Columbia. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 7 trails. This route climbs 1,470 ft with a max elevation of 4,574 ft then descends -359 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2 trails (newest: Aug 2, 2026)
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Jun 22, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance4 miles
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Avg time2 hr 52 min
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Altitude min3,445 ft
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Altitude start3,445 ft
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Altitude end4,554 ft
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Climb1,470 ft
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Descent-359 ft
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Grade4.8%
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Grade max-31.7%
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Grade min63%
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Distance climb3 miles
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Distance down5,246 ft
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Distance flat1,175 ft
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Trails in Route
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| 2 miles | |||||
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| 554 ft | |||||
| 988 ft | |||||
| 564 ft |
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingGreen
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Route TypeOut & Back
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Bike typeAM
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingModerate
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So Smooth - Lazy Lizard | Fernie | Mountain Biking
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Oct 14, 2025
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The most beautiful green trail ever!! Lazy Lizard
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