The Queenstown, New Zealand ski season runs from late June to early October. Queenstown has four unique mountain terrains to choose from – all a short drive from Queenstown’s town center. With just a simple glance below you’ll be able to compare the conditions at each and decide which is best for you on the day.
Road Comment: Please beware of cyclists on the access road, give them plenty of space and do not pass on blind corners
Snow Conditions: Stay on trail
Last Snow Fall: 16 March 2025 0cm
Snow Comment: PLEASE BE AWARE! We will be hosting the Oceania Mountain Bike Championships on the 21st 22nd and 23rd of March. We will be having a range of trail closures across the 3 days while racing takes place. See below: 22nd March: Coronet Peak will be CLOSED for Mountain Biking but OPEN for Sightseeing. This is due to XCO and DH final/practise. Shuttle will Not Be OPERATIONAL 23rd March: Coronet peak will be OPEN for Mountain Biking and Sightseeing. Please note the DH trail will be CLOSED to the public. XC and Dirt serpent (via tuck) will be OPEN. Due to this day passes will be 50% off Our Gondola will be open for sightseeing and spectating all 3 days so make sure to get up here to witness some incredible athletes race on bikes!
Weather Conditions:
Today is the Final day of the Oceania Mountain Bike Championships! Bothe the DH and XCC finals are on today! As a result, the below closures will be taking place:
Coronet Peak is OPEN for Mountain Biking & OPEN for Sightseeing.
Please note the DH trail will be CLOSED to the public. XC and Dirt serpent (via tuck) will be OPEN. Due to this day passes will be 50% off
Come on up to watch the best DH riders in Oceania battle it out today! It will be spectacular viewing, purchase a gondola ticket and you can ride it as many times as you like during the day! Meaning you can get every angle you can think of for watching
Our open hours are:
Wednesday: 10am - 8pm
Thursday - Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Road Comment: Snow is expected on the upper section of our road Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. Use chains at the snow line. The first 9km of our 13km road is sealed, then unsealed to the carpark. Please obey the speed limit and drive safely.
Snow Conditions: Variable
Last Snow Fall: 16 March 2025 0cm
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While we wait for winter, you are welcome to come up and enjoy sightseeing and hiking - including the wonderful walk to Lake Alta (Lake Alta Track: Remarkables Conservation Area, Otago region).
Our scenic 13km access road has a $15 (credit/debit card) toll at the bottom.
Please note that natural and man-made hazards exist, any snow is uncontrolled and there are no support services on the ski area or the road.
Be prepared for alpine weather and travel - be safe out there and enjoy :).
A big thanks again to everyone who joined us over winter 2024 - we loved sharing our beautiful mountain with you and we look forward to seeing you in winter 2025!
