Methven may look small on the map, but the skiing and snowboarding variety packed into the surrounding area in Canterbury New Zealand is amazing!
There are two commercial ski areas, two heliskiing operators, and five clubfields within two hours drive from the ski resort town of Methven New Zealand.
>> Ski Transport
>> Ski and Snowboard Rental
>> Snow Reports
|
Mt Hutt Ski Area Mt Hutt Ski Area is defined by its genuine Kiwi atmosphere. With one of the best mixes of mountain terrain in NZ, Mt Hutt is a must-do when visiting Methven and the Canterbury region. Views from one of the highest lift access points in the country are breathtaking. The award winning Snowsports School and excellent facilities for learner skiers make Mt Hutt a popular choice for beginners as well as intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders. Children aged ten and under ski for free at Mt Hutt and a licensed Early Learning Centre and kids' facilities for kids 3 months to 15 years are also available. Twenty five percent of Mt Hutt's terrain is dedicated to beginners, while 50 percent is accessible to intermediate skiers and riders and a further 25 percent suitable for advanced levels. Forty-two hectares are serviced by sophisticated snowmaking machinery. Mt Hutt Ski Area, open early June to mid October, is just over one hour’s drive from Christchurch and a 35-minute drive from Methven. |
|
Heliskiing & Heliboarding Four local businesses provide access to an amazing variety of helicopter-accessed terrain. With thousands of kilometres of mountain and named runs to roam, there’s scope here for all >> Methven Heliski |
Porters Ski Area Porters is the closest ski area to Christchurch and its terrain varies from easily accessible beginner/intermediate slopes accessed via magic carpet & platter lifts, to a wealth of intermediate & advanced terrain, accessible by T-bar lifts. Laid-back, affordable and home to two of NZ's legendary runs, Porters is just over an hours drive from Methven. |
|
|
|
|
|||
|
Back Country Skiing Back country skiing is for those in the pursuit of fresh fallen snow "powder" or snow which has not been touched. There are several options to access this terrain in the Methven area: outside of a ski resorts boundaries, or single / multi-day trips with snow camping or staying in mountain huts where available. Hazards do exist in the back country so having a guide can be very useful! |
The Club Fields Canterbury "Club Fields" are ski areas operated by small ski clubs for their members, however anyone is welcome. They aren't intended for the weak hearted, some effort will be required – you won’t see any chairlifts here! >> Broken River |
View My Planner
New Zealand
Phone: +64 3 302 81725 | Fax: +64 3 302 8954
Free advice from travellers for a great Methven vacation.
