Below you will find information on Broken River 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.
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Planned Opening |
29 June 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 Snowmaking |
300ha 1820m 5% Rails & kickers outside Palmer Lodge. No |
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Road Access / Transport |
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Road Access
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The access road is located approx 8kms past Castle Hill village on State Highway 73 and runs for 6km through native beach forest to Hanomag car park which is for winter carparking. From the ski area car park, take a 4 minute ride on the NEW passenger carrier with all your gear up to the accommodation lodges, or put your gear on the lift and take the 15-20 minute walk up the pleasantly graded track to the lodges. The base of the lift facilities is located within a 5 minute walk of the lodges. Operate daily to/from Christchurch. Black Diamond Safaris run guided tours to Craigieburn Valley Ski Area from Christchurch & Methven. No |
Facilities |
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Instruction Rental Equipment
Accommodation
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Group & private lessons available No on mountain rental available. Free towbelt hire or bring your own. Broken River has three lodges nestled in native beech forest 10 minutes walk from the first ski tow. They offer Catered (dinner bed & breakfast) and Self-catered accommodation. Scheduled night skiing. |
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