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2023 New Zealand Ski Season Dates (updated)
What is the best time to ski in New Zealand?
Each ski field has its own season, dictated by the snow conditions and the staffing. These are the most up-to-date 2023 New Zealand ski season dates, which may change depending on snow conditions.
2023 New Zealand Ski Season Dates
In general, the ski season runs from June to mid-October, though this may vary widely depending on the ski field.
Keep an eye on this page for updates to the ski fields that have not yet announced their dates.
South Island Ski & Snow Season 2023
Coronet Peak Ski Field Queenstown
Queenstown Ski Season Dates 2023
The Remarkables Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 17 June 2023
Closing date: 8 October 2023
Coronet Peak Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 16 June 2023
Closing date: 24 September 2023
Treble Cone Ski Field Wanaka
Wanaka Season Dates 2023
Cardrona Alpine Resort Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 17 June 2023
Closing date: 22 October 2023
Treble Cone Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 24 June 2023
Closing date: 24 September 2023
Mt Hutt Ski Field New Zealand
Canterbury Season Dates 2023
Mt Hutt Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 09 June 2023
Closing date: 15 October 2023
North Island Ski & Snow Season 2023
Mt Ruapehu Ski Areas Season Dates 2023
Happy Valley Ski Field Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 24 June 2023
Closing date: 01 October 2023
Whakapapa Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 09 July 2023
Closing date: 15 October 2023
Turoa Ski Field Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 09 July 2023
Closing date: 15 October 2023
Opening Dates for South Island Club Ski Fields 2023
Canterbury Ski Season Dates 2023
Mt Dobson Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: Early July 2023
Mt Lyford Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 02 July 2023
Ohau Snow Fields Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: Late June 2023
Closing date: Early October 2023
Porters Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 25 June 2023
Closing date: Early October 2023
Roundhill Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 01 July 2023
Closing date: 18 September 2023
Broken River Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: Early July 2023
Closing date: Early October 2023
Craigieburn Valley Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: Early July 2023
Mt Cheeseman Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: Early July 2023
Mt Olympus Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: Early July 2023
Closing date: Early October 2023
Fox Peak Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: June/July 2023 (depending on snow)
Closing date: Early October 2023 (depending on snow)
Nelson Lakes Ski Season Dates 2023
Rainbow Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 09 July 2023
Closing date: 09 October 2023
Hanmer Springs Season Dates 2023
Hanmer Springs Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: Early July 2023
Arthurs Pass Season Dates 2023
Temple Basin Ski Area Ski Season Dates 2023
Opening date: 23 July 2023
Closing date: 25 September 2023 (depending on snow)
Notes
Most ski fields with set opening and closing dates have snowmaking capabilities to guarantee good snow cover even when the conditions are not perfect. However, even these cannot create snow when the weather is too warm.
Keep an eye on this page for future updates, especially as the ski season approaches! The final 2023 New Zealand ski season dates will be announced closer to each ski field’s opening.
Is there snow skiing in New Zealand?
The South Island is home to three main skiing regions; Queenstown plays host to The Remarkables and Coronet Peak, Wanaka boasts Cardrona Alpine Resort and Treble Cone and Christchurch/Canterbury is home to Mt Hutt Ski Area. Expect world-class ski schools, accommodation close to the ski fields with transport from door to slope and value for money ski deals covering the essentials. In the North Island, ski on an active volcano at Mt Ruapehu, New Zealand’s largest commercial ski field – now that’s something to write home about!
Where is best skiing in New Zealand?
Queenstown is home to two of the best ski fields in the south, The Remarkables and Coronet Peak. The magnificence of The Remarkables goes without saying. Craggy peaks dot the landscape, narrow chutes and off-piste powder await, and three sunny wide open bowls aim to please the most intrepid skier. Coronet Peak attracts night owls and early risers with its Night Skiing and Fast Tracks options, which allow skiers extended snow-time.
Wanaka is home to two of the best ski fields in the south, Cardrona Alpine Resort is leading the way with infrastructure offering New Zealand’s first ever gondola, Cardrona can be easily accessed from Queenstown. Cardrona is New Zealand’s “fun and friendly” family mountain, as its famous for its learner-friendly slopes and dedicated kids’ centres. Treble Cone is the South Island’s largest ski area at 550 ha. It has the longest vertical rise in the Southern Lakes (705m), 4km-intermediate runs, more intermediate and advanced terrains than any other resort in the south, and delivers on views, with Lake Wanaka and Mt Aspiring both within sight.
What is the biggest ski resort in New Zealand?
Treble Cone is the South Island’s largest ski area at 550 ha. It has the longest vertical rise in the Southern Lakes (705m), 4km-intermediate runs, more intermediate and advanced terrains than any other resort in the south, and delivers on views, with Lake Wanaka and Mt Aspiring both within sight.
In terms of total ski slope length, Coronet Peak and Cardrona Alpine Resort both offer 40km of trails, Treble Cone follows with 22 km and The Remarkables has 10km.
What month does it snow in Queenstown?
The Queenstown ski season runs from mid June to mid October, snow can fall as early as April and as late as November!
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