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Mt Cheeseman Ski Area Information

Below you will find information on Mt Cheeseman 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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Planned Opening
Operating Hours

06 July 2013
From 9:00am *

*dates and hours are subject to change 

Key Mountain Statistics

Skiable Area

Elevation
Vertical Drop

Beginner Terrain
Intermediate Terrain
Advanced Terrain

Lifts

Terrain Park

Snowmaking

 

1540 (Base), 1860m (Top)
320m

15%
50%
35%

T Bars x2, Learners Tow

Series of jumps & terrain park features

No

Road Access / Transport

Road Access




Ski Shuttles

Chain Hire

The access road (unsealed, 12kms in length) is located approximately 1.5 km past Castle Hill village. An unloading area is located beside the base facilities and the main carpark is located a few hundred metres below the unloading area – an easy 2 minute stroll.

Operate daily to/from Christchurch

No

Facilities

Instruction

Rental Equipment

Accommodation

  
Food

Other Facilities

Group & private lessons available

On mountain rental available

Forest Lodge - Half way along access road, sleeps 38 people in 7 bunkrooms.
The Lodge - Located at the base ski lifts, sleeps 64 people in 13 bunkrooms.

Licensed cafe seats 100 people for dining.

Forest Lodge is available year round for hire. (Weddings, conferences).
Ice skating rink located near Forest Lodge - Subject to weather conditions.



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