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Below, we've detailed the information on the various ski fields in New Zealand that you can visit on your skiing or snowboarding holiday to New Zealand. Just click on a link for more information, or scroll through the page.
Canterbury, South Island
Mt Hutt
With stunning views over the Canterbury plains, it's easy to see why Mt Hutt is a favourite choice with local and international visitors alike. Set in the heart of the Southern Alps and only 1.5 hours from bustling Christchurch, Mt Hutt is a must do winter destination. Season early June to late October. More . . .
Queenstown, South Island
The Remarkables
With it's high altitude this young ski field possesses an untamed wild quality that makes it exciting for beginner and expert alike. Dedicated snow tubing park, Xbox Terrain parka nd novice terrain park. Season June to Oct. More . . .
Coronet Peak
With excellent base facilities and superb Snowsports School, Coronet Peak possesses the most diverse terrain of any mountain in the Queenstown area. Night skiing from July to September creates a total apres experience. More . . .
Wanaka, South Island
Cardrona
Located between Wanaka and Queenstown in the Southern Alps of New Zealand, Cardrona is a high resort renowned among skiers and snowboarders for dry, natural snow and wide open slopes. More . . .
Treble Cone
Spread over three large basins there are trails to suit all ages and skill levels. From the purpose-built learner area with a Magic Carpet Lift, to comfortable, groomed green and blue runs, through challenging black runs and secret powder stashes, Treble Cone has great terrain for all levels of ability. More . . .
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MT HUTT SKI FIELD, METHVEN
| Elevation: |
2086 metres |
| Vertical: |
683 metres |
| Skiable Area: |
365 hectares (excludes Rakaia Saddle Chutes of 107 hectares) |
| Lifts: |
1 high speed 6 seater, 1 quad chair, 1 triple chair, 1 magic carpet |
| Terrain: |
Beginners 25%, Intermediates 50%, Advanced 25% (excludes Rakaia Saddle Chutes) |
| Season: |
Early June to Late October |
Facilities:
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Licensed Brasserie - Beaches and the Sky High Cafe, Rental - Ski, Boots and Poles, Snowboard and boots and clothing. Ski and Snowboard Repair, Ski storage, Retail outlet - ski accessories and clothing.
First aid and emergency services. Licensed creche and dedicated one stop Children's Centre
2 FIS specification halfpipes and 10,000 square metre terrain park |
| Snowmaking: |
42 hectares |
| Ski Shuttles: |
Daily service to/from Methven and Christchurch. |
| Operating Hours: |
9.00 am to 4.00 pm |
| Longest Run: |
International - 2 kilometres |
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Click here to open a trail map of Mt Hutt in a new window |
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THE REMARKABLES SKI FIELD, QUEENSTOWN
| Elevation: |
Highest elevation 1943 metres. Base elevation: 1620 metres |
| Vertical: |
357 metres |
| Skiable Area: |
220 hectares |
| Lifts: |
3 quad chairs, 1 magic carpet & 1 beginner tow |
| Terrain: |
Beginners 30%, Intermediates 40%, Advanced 30% |
| Season: |
Late June - Mid October |
Facilities:
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Self service Cafe. Rental - Ski, Boots and Poles, Snowboard and boots and clothing. Ski and Snowboard Repair, Ski storage. Retail outlet - ski accessories and clothing. First aid and emergency services. Licensed creche and dedicated children's handle tow. Terrain & Rail park with Superpipe.
Novice terrain park. Ozone Tubing Park. |
| Snowmaking: |
Beginner areas, Alta Green & Turquoise trails and Ozone Tubing Park. |
| Drive from Town: |
45 minutes (26 kilometres) from Queenstown. |
| Ski Shuttles: |
Daily service to/from Queenstown. |
| Operating Hours: |
9.00 am to 4.00 pm |
| Longest Run: |
Homeward Bound- 1.5 kilometres, 350 vertical metres |
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Click here to open a trail map of The Remarkables in a new window | |
CORONET PEAK SKI FIELD, QUEENSTOWN
| Elevation: |
1649 metres |
| Vertical: |
462 metres |
| Skiable Area: |
280 hectares |
| Lifts: |
1 high speed six seater, 1 express quad chair, 1 double chair, 1 t-bar, 2 surface conveyor lifts and 1 beginner tow. |
| Terrain: |
Beginners 25%, Intermediates 45%, Advanced 30% (includes Back Bowls) |
| Season: |
Early June - Early October |
Facilities:
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Fully licensed Coronet Brasserie and bar and the Westend Cafe. Rental - Ski, Boots and poles, Snowboard Repair, Ski storage. Retail outlet - ski accessories and clothing. First aid and emergency services. Licensed creche and dedicated Childrens handle tow. Dirty Dog Terrain Park. |
| Snowmaking: |
Extensive coverage, top to bottom |
| Drive from Town: |
25 minutes (18 kilometres) from Queenstown. |
| Ski Shuttles: |
Daily service to/from Queenstown |
| Operating Hours: |
9.00 am to 4.00 pm |
| Night Skiing: |
July to mid September, Friday and Saturday nights, 4.00 pm until 9.00 pm |
| Longest Run: |
M1 - 2.4 kilometres |
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Click here to open a trail map of Coronet Peak in a new window |
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CARDRONA SKI FIELD, WANAKA
| Elevation: |
1670 metres |
| Vertical: |
390 metres |
| Skiable Area: |
320 hectares |
| Lifts: |
2 quad fixed chairs, 1 quad express chair, 3 magic learner lifts, 1 platter lift |
| Terrain: |
Beginners 25%, Intermediate 55%, Advances 20% |
| Season: |
27 June to 12 October 2008 |
Facilities:
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A choice of 5 cafes, show shop, full rental services including workshop, medical centre, licensed childcare facilities, kids club, ski school, accommodation onsite, 4 halfpipes - two built to Superpipe specifications, 800 metre gravity cross course. |
| Location: |
34 kilometres to Wanaka, 58 kilometres to Queenstown |
| Ski Shuttles: |
Daily service from Wanaka and Queenstown. |
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Click here to open a trail map of Cardrona in a new window | |
TREBLE CONE SKI FIELD, WANAKA
| Elevation: |
2088 metres |
| Vertical: |
828 metres |
| Skiable Area: |
550 hectares |
| Lifts: |
6 seater express chairlift, saddle quad chairlift, nice & easy platter, magic carpet. |
| Terrain: |
Beginners 10%, Intermediate 45%, Advanced 45% |
| Season: |
Late June to early October |
| Facilities: |
Retail shop, secure storage facility, full rental services, snow school, cafe, fully supervised indoor facility designed specially for children, junior ski school, terrain park. |
| Snowmaking: |
50 hectares |
| Location: |
19 kilometres from Wanaka |
| Ski Shuttles: |
Daily service from Wanaka and Queenstown. |
| Operating Hours: |
9.00 am to 4.00 pm |
| Longest Groomed Run: |
4.3 kilometres (Tims Table to base lodge) |
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Click here to open a trail map of Treble Cone in a new window | |
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