SEASON OPENING – SATURDAY 5 JULY – ARE YOU READY FOR WINTER 2025?

Full mountain report Updated: Fri, Jun 13, 2025 9:02 am

Skifield season opens
9:00 am05/07/2025
Last snowfall:
5, June 12

Upper base:35cm

Lower base:20cm

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Winter has arrived and we are excited to get the mountain open again on Saturday 5 July 2025.

Stay tuned for further updates as the season draws ever closer – bring on winter 2025!

Don’t forget to book you accommodation at Snowline Lodge to enjoy the true ski-in – ski-out on mountain facility – stay for a night or more!

 

Weather Conditions

Snow flurries to 1200m mixed in with some clear precip, clearing this evening, light southerly with freezing level @ 1200m

Snow Conditions

The winter Snow base is building!

Roadopen to forest lodge

Chains: To be carried

Carry at all times

Carry at all times

Please ensure you carry chains at all times and fit them as indicated - the information signs are for your safety and the safety of others. Note - Tyre Socks are not an adequate substitute to chains and do not perform well on our access road - please leave them at home and carry sturdy chains,. When travelling on the access road please observe the 30km speed limit. We ask that you reduce your speed to 10km as you travel through the 2 slip areas - these will be marked by cones and safety fencing. downhill traffic give-way to up-hill and please put your headlights ON.  

  • Beginners Lift: closed 12:30 pm

    Located right in front of our awesome Daylodge Facility. Sunny and family friendly area.

  • Main T-bar: closed 10:00 am

    Operates from 9:00am - 4:00pm Daily. Access to the main ski basin! Something for everyone.

  • Ridge T-bar: closed 11:00 am

    Operates from 9:30am - 3:30pm. Take a ride to the top and take in the stunning 360 degree views and enjoy the intermediate - advanced terrain. NOTE: Ridge can often subject to wind and visibility hold.

Ski hire: closed

We have a full range of Skis, Snowboards, Boots, Poles, Gloves, Goggles and Clothing. Hire is on a first come first served basis.

Ski School: closed

Book in at the Ticket office on the day with one of our internationally qualified instructors. Lessons are on a first come first served basis.

Accommodation

Snowline Lodge: closed

Come and try out true Ski In - Ski Out Accommodation. Situated at 1540m next to our main T bar. Voted Best ski in ski out in NZ by our staff Due to the significant mountain hazards, changing weather and environment, the access road gates CLOSE at 7:00pm so you must arrive on the mountain at Snowline Lodge prior to this time to secure your check in and stay for the evening.

Forest Lodge: open

Managed independently, Forest Lodge is available all year round. Nestled amongst beech forested hills and native tussock lands 720m above sea level, Forest Lodge boasts affordable, comfortable, backpackers accommodation for all walks of life. www.forestlodge.info

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