Coronet Peak Resort Guide
Coronet Peak, New Zealand
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 1,649m |
| Resort Height | 1,229m |
| Nearest Airports | Queenstown and Wanaka |
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Coronet Peak at a glance
The closest major ski centre to Queenstown also has New Zealand's biggest snow-making facility, night skiing and a high speed quad. A rare joint area lift ticket is also available with The Remarkables and Mount Hutt.
When will it snow in Coronet Peak?
The next notable snow forecast for Coronet Peak is 3cm, expected on 5 July, with around 16cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Coronet Peak Facts, Stats and Ratings
Coronet Peak Rated
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
How High is Coronet Peak?
| Highest Lift | 1,649m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,229m |
| Resort Altitude (Coronet Peak) | 1,229m |
| Max Vertical | 420m |
Ski Area, Pistes and Lifts
Coronet Peak Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 19 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 8 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 7 | |
Coronet Peak Summary
The New Zealand Ski Resort of Coronet Peak has direct access to 42 marked pistes, served by a total of 7 ski lifts.
On the Mountain
The most difficult run is the 'Walkabout / Sarah Sue'.
Skiing in Coronet Peak
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding in Coronet Peak
Halfpipes cut by special grooming attachment and assisted by snow making.
When is Coronet Peak open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates for Coronet Peak.
Open.
Usual opening is Early June, and usual closing is Early October.
NOTE:- Lift and Piste openings are always subject to Snow Conditions in Coronet Peak.
Snow Making
Coronet Peak is able to make snow, with 85 snow cannons.
Ski Lift Capacity
The seven ski lifts of Coronet Peak are able to uplift 6,900 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Where is Coronet Peak?
Coronet Peak is in Queenstown Lakes, Otago, New Zealand.
How can I get to Coronet Peak?
By Air
The nearest airports to Coronet Peak are Queenstown, Wanaka and Invercargill, all within three hours drive. Queenstown and Wanaka are just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
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