Tūroa Ski Area offers varied terrain and features both Australasia’s longest vertical descent and New Zealand’s highest lift, the six-seater High Noon Express.
The Alpine Meadow beginners’ area is adjacent to a tobogganing area for the kids, while 12 long, groomed intermediate runs suit the upper-level learners.
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A huge range of black and black diamond tracks run alongside two spectacular lift-accessed backcountry areas, so big-mountain skiers will find an ever-changing range of natural terrain features to play on. Extensive on-mountain facilities include two excellent cafés.
Quick facts
- Where 18km from Ohakune
- Ski & board 3 terrain parks, snow-filled bowls and steep chutes
- Season July – October
- Access road Sealed, carry chains or hire at snowline
- Ratings Beginner 20%, intermediate 55%, advanced 25%
Essentials
- Highest point 2322m
- Vertical 722m
- Skiable area 500ha
- Lifts 1 x 6-seater express, 2 x quad fixed chairs, 2 x triple fixed chairs, 2 x platters, 1 x learner carpet conveyor
- Lift passes from $149 adults, from $99 kids, discounts for weekday and multi-day, can be used on Tūroa or Whakapapa Ski Area
- On-field ski/snowboard hire Yes
- Tuition Snow School Package deals Discover Snowboarding & Skiing packages, Explorer packages, lift and rental packages
- On-field accommodation No