Ski Field Conditions
TuroaRising head and shoulders above the central North Island, Turoa boasts the largest vertical drop in Australasia; no wonder they call Turoa "The Giant". The south facing slope can get dry powder during the season, making Turoa a perfect alpine playground for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. After a day of challenging yourself on some of the runs, finding the secret powder stashes, and going big in the natural half pipe, Turoa's visitors and locals head down the mountain to Ohakune to dine, relax and re-live the day's adventures.Resorts close to Turoa include: Tukino (9 km), Whakapapa (10 km), Manganui (124 km) |
WhakapapaWhakapapa (New Zealand's largest ski area since joining with Turoa Ski Resort) is part of Tongariro National Park, New Zealand's oldest National Park and a World Heritage area. Whakapapa is operated under a license issued by the Department of Conservation and is owned and run by Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Ltd. There are 43 trails with terrain for all ability levels, including off-piste expert terrain. The ski area can be broken into three: Happy Valley (a self contained beginners area), the east side (where the majority of lifts and services are located) and the west side (highlighted by the lift accessed backcountry terrain).Resorts close to Whakapapa include: Tukino (8 km), Turoa (10 km), Manganui (126 km) |
TukinoTukino is on the eastern slopes of Mt. Ruapehu and is reached using an access road approximately 20 kilometres from Waiouru. Extensive off-piste skiing is the feature of Tukino. Terrain can be accessed using one of the three on-site rope tows, by walking or ski-touring.Resorts close to Tukino include: Whakapapa (8 km), Turoa (9 km), Manganui (132 km) |
ManganuiManganui is located on the slopes of Mt. Egmont and is maintained by the Stratford Mountain Club. Access to the ski area is from a sealed road through Beech forest. From the carpark, one must walk to the ski field (the Flying Fox is available to transport equipment and goods).Resorts close to Manganui include: Turoa (124 km), Whakapapa (126 km), Tukino (132 km) |
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