Ski New Zealand
Ski New Zealand and discover an experience like no other. From mid-June through late September – and sometimes into October during a good season (2025 was one of them!) – the country’s mountains transform into winter playgrounds. July and August bring the most reliable conditions, and iconic destinations such as Queenstown, Wānaka, Canterbury, and Mt Ruapehu offer slopes for every level of skier and snowboarder.
Picture yourself carving fresh tracks beneath blue skies, pausing to admire shimmering lakes and dramatic valleys. Ski New Zealand is about more than the snow – it’s the alpine villages, the lively après-ski in Queenstown and Wānaka, the welcoming atmosphere in Canterbury, and the volcanic slopes of Ruapehu. For many travellers, a New Zealand ski trip isn’t just another holiday – it’s the memory of a lifetime.
Latest Ski News
Staying up to date with ski news is the best way to plan your trip. Resorts in New Zealand regularly announce snowfalls, new terrain openings, and updates on lift operations. Seasonal events like freestyle competitions, night skiing schedules, and extended closing dates also make headlines throughout winter.
New Zealand Ski Fields
New Zealand has over a dozen ski fields, spread across both islands. The South Island is best known for its resort towns like Queenstown and Wānaka, home to some of the most popular ski areas. The North Island is dominated by skiing on Mt Ruapehu, an active volcano that offers a very different alpine experience.
South Island highlights include Mt Hutt (reliable snow and long seasons), Cardrona (family-friendly and terrain parks), Treble Cone (advanced terrain), Coronet Peak (night skiing), and The Remarkables (freeride terrain and excellent learner zones). North Island skiing centres on Whakapapa and Tūroa, both offering vast terrain and unique volcanic landscapes.
This diversity means visitors can find everything from gentle learner slopes to challenging off-piste runs, often within a few hours’ drive of airports and accommodation hubs.
Tukino Ski Field, nestled on the eastern slopes of Mt Ruapehu in...
Mt Lyford Ski Area, located in the Hurunui District of North Canterbury,...
Tucked away in Canterbury’s Southern Alps, Broken River is one of New...
Coronet Peak, Queenstown. Just 20 minutes from the heart of Queenstown, it’s...
Latest Ski Articles
Previous Ski Seasons
Every ski season in New Zealand tells its own story. From dramatic snow storms to bluebird days of powder, each year brings something different to the mountains. This archive gathers the stories, data, and highlights from New Zealand’s recent ski seasons – starting with the 2025 ski season.
