Skiing in Otago
Otago is a ski destination in New Zealand, part of the Oceania region, with 6 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 1,175m to 1,993m, giving a vertical range of 818m. Across the area there are 100km of prepared pistes. There are 218 runs in total - 50 easy, 90 intermediate, 71 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 29 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 15 chairlifts. Night skiing is available under floodlights. Notable resorts in the area include Cardrona Alpine Resort, Treble Cone Ski Area, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables Ski Area. The ski season typically runs from June to October. A daily adult lift pass costs around €158 on average.
Ski Resorts in Otago
6 ski resorts in Otago
Cardrona Alpine Resort
Discover Cardrona & Treble Cone - New Zealand’s premier alpine playground, offering ski fields, passes, mountain updates, and year-round alpine adventures.
Coronet Peak
Just 20 minutes and 16km from Queenstown, Coronet Peak is the local legend known for rollercoaster terrain, wide open trails and unforgettable views. Serving good times since 1947, from sunrise corduroy and legendary apres to Night Ski under the stars.
Invincible Snowfields
Your private powder playground. Hosting just 6 guests at a time while staying for 4 nights in our cosy Alpine Hut
Snow Farm
Located in the beautiful Pisa Conservation Area, Snow Farm NZ comes to life during winter as a cross-country ski field and a biking and hiking wonderland
The Remarkables Ski Area
The Remarkables is Queenstown’s iconic mountain, offering diverse terrain from wide open bowls and cruisy trails to steep chutes and playful features, designed for progression at every level.
Treble Cone Ski Area
Discover Cardrona & Treble Cone - New Zealand’s premier alpine playground, offering ski fields, passes, mountain updates, and year-round alpine adventures.
Otago at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 6 resorts
Total Resorts
6
Total Piste km
150 km
Total Lifts
29
Elevation Range
1,175–1,993 m
Avg Day Pass
€117
Total Runs
218
Where to start in Otago
Top picks across 1 category
Best value
- 1.Cardrona Alpine ResortGood
- 2.Coronet PeakGood
- 3.The Remarkables Ski AreaGood
Top Resorts in Otago
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Farm | 50 | 296 | - |
| Cardrona Alpine Resort | 36 | 610 | 10 |
| Treble Cone Ski Area | 28 | 702 | 3 |
| Coronet Peak | 23 | 446 | 8 |
| The Remarkables Ski Area | 14 | 382 | 7 |
| Invincible Snowfields | - | 235 | 1 |
Season Calendar - Otago
When each resort is open for skiing
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