Coronet Peak
Ski resort
Coronet Peak is a popular ski resort in New Zealand known for its stunning views and reliable snow conditions. The resort typically enjoys a good amount of snowfall during the ski season, which runs from June to early October. The terrain at Coronet Peak is diverse, offering something for everyone, from beginners to advanced skiers and snowboarders. It features dedicated beginner slopes, long groomed runs, and varied off-piste terrain for the more adventurous. The resort is equipped with a high-speed chairlift system, including a six-seater express chairlift, which ensures minimal wait times. Night skiing is a unique feature here, providing a different experience under the lights. The views from the slopes are breathtaking, overlooking the Wakatipu Basin with panoramic vistas of Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains. Coronet Peak is very family-friendly, with ski school and childcare facilities available. While there are no ice skating, snow tubing, snowmobiling, or sledding areas at the resort, visitors can enjoy snowshoeing trails. The resort does not have a terrain park, but it does offer roller coaster terrain across the mountain for freestyle fun.
Details
Affiliated passes:Ikon, Mountain collective
Hours:
9am-4pm, Night Skiing 4pm-9pm (Friday and Saturday during July and August)
Location
Coronet Peak, Queenstown, 9371, New ZealandGPS: -44.9271, 168.7362