Skiing & Snowboarding in the South Island - New Zealand's South Island - page 63

South Island Ski Regions
Queenstown & Wanaka
Coronet Peak ( 03-450 1970, snow-phone [phone]; www.nzski.com ; daily lift pass adult/child $97/54) At the
Queenstown region's oldest ski field, snow-making systems and treeless slopes provide excellent skiing and snowboard-
ing for all levels. There's night skiing Friday and Saturday from July to September. Shuttles run from Queenstown, 18km
away.
The Remarkables ( 03-450 1970, snow-phone [phone]; www.nzski.com ; daily lift pass adult/child $97/54) Visu-
ally remarkable, this ski field is also near Queenstown (28km away) − shuttle buses run during ski season. It has a good
smattering of intermediate, advanced and beginner runs (kids under 10 ski free). Look for the sweeping 'Homeward
Bound' run.
Treble Cone ( 03-443 7443, snow-phone [phone]; www.treblecone.com ; daily lift pass adult/child $97/49) The
highest and largest of the southern lakes ski areas is in a spectacular location 26km from Wanaka, with steep slopes suit-
able for intermediate to advanced skiers (a rather professional vibe). There are also half-pipes and a terrain park for
boarders.
Cardrona ( 03-443 7007, snow-phone [phone]; www.cardrona.com ; daily lift pass adult/child $97/54) Around
34km from Wanaka, with several high-capacity chairlifts, beginners tows and extreme snowboard terrain (including the
'Heavy Metal' snowboard park). Buses run from Wanaka and Queenstown during ski season. A friendly scene with good
services for skiers with disabilities, plus an on-field crèche.
Snow Farm New Zealand ( Click here ) NZ's only commercial Nordic (cross-country) ski area is 35km from Wanaka on
the Pisa Range, high above Lake Wanaka. There are 50km of groomed trails, huts with facilities, and thousands of hec-
tares of open snow. Plus full-moon fondue!