Mt Hutt
Mount Hutt rises to the west of the Canterbury Plains in the South Island of New Zealand, above the braided upper reaches of the Rakaia River, and 80 kilometres west of Christchurch. Its summit is 2190 metres above sea level.
Below you will find information on Mt Hutt Ski Area, including: season dates, opening hours, elevation statistics, terrain statistics, area statistics, lift & transport information.
Dates & Hours:
Season Dates:9 June - 6 October 2017 *
Operating Hours: 9:00am to 4:00pm *
*dates and hours are subject to change
Key Mountain Statistics
Skiable Area: 365ha (excludes Rakaia Saddle Chutes)
Elevation: 1043m (Base), 2086m (Top)
Vertical Drop: 648m
Beginner Terrain: 25%
Intermediate Terrain: 50%
Advanced Terrain: 25% (excludes Rakaia Saddle Chutes)
Lifts: Six Seater, Quad, Triple, Enclosed Magic Carpet
Snowmaking: 45ha
Terrain Park: Halfpipe with snowmaking, pipe shaper, mini terrain park and a purpose built intermediate/advanced terrain park with hits, rails and tabletops.
Road Access / Transport
Distance: 26km / 30 minutes from Methven
Road Access: A 12km gravel access road takes you directly to the base facilities
Ski Shuttles: Operate daily to/from Methven and Christchurch. Transport options
Chain Hire: Yes - Limited supply on the access road when required for 2WD vehicles
Mt Hutt Ski Area Information
Below you will find information on Mt Hutt Ski Area, including: season dates, opening hours, elevation statistics, terrain statistics, area statistics, lift & transport information, and other base facilities including accommodation, food options, instruction, and rental equipment.
Dates & Hours |
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Season Dates |
15 June - 6 October 2013 * *dates and hours are subject to change |
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Key Mountain Statistics |
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Skiable Area Elevation Beginner Terrain Lifts Terrain Park |
365ha (excludes Rakaia Saddle Chutes) 1043m (Base), 2086m (Top) 25% Six Seater, Quad, Triple, Enclosed Magic Carpet Halfpipe with snowmaking, pipe shaper, mini terrain park and a purpose built intermediate/advanced terrain park with hits, rails and tabletops. 45ha |
ROad Access / Transport |
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Distance Road Access Ski Shuttles Chain Hire |
26km / 30 minutes from Methven A 12km gravel access road takes you directly to the base facilities Operate daily to/from Methven and Christchurch. Transport options Yes - Limited supply on the access road when required for 2WD vehicles |
Facilities |
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Instruction Rental Equipment Accommodation Food Other Facilities |
Comprehensive Snowsports School Performance and recreational gear available on mountain Licensed Brasserie (Huber's Hut) and Sky High Cafe Licensed creche and all day dedicated childrens programmes available |
Mt Hutt Ski Area Information
Below you will find information on Mt Hutt Ski Area, including: season dates, opening hours, elevation statistics, terrain statistics, area statistics, lift & transport information, and other base facilities including accommodation, food options, instruction, and rental equipment.
Dates & Hours |
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Season Dates |
15 June - 6 October 2013 * *dates and hours are subject to change |
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Key Mountain Statistics |
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Skiable Area Elevation Beginner Terrain Lifts Terrain Park |
365ha (excludes Rakaia Saddle Chutes) 1043m (Base), 2086m (Top) 25% Six Seater, Quad, Triple, Enclosed Magic Carpet Halfpipe with snowmaking, pipe shaper, mini terrain park and a purpose built intermediate/advanced terrain park with hits, rails and tabletops. 45ha |
ROad Access / Transport |
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Distance Road Access Ski Shuttles Chain Hire |
26km / 30 minutes from Methven A 12km gravel access road takes you directly to the base facilities Operate daily to/from Methven and Christchurch. Transport options Yes - Limited supply on the access road when required for 2WD vehicles |
Facilities |
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Instruction Rental Equipment Accommodation Food Other Facilities |
Comprehensive Snowsports School Performance and recreational gear available on mountain Licensed Brasserie (Huber's Hut) and Sky High Cafe Licensed creche and all day dedicated childrens programmes available |