Mount Olympus Ski Area

#221 among destinations in New Zealand

Winter sport, Ski area

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Mount Olympus Ski Area, dubbed "playground of the gods", is a club skifield in Craigieburn Range, on New Zealand's South Island. Near the town of Windwhistle, and in the vicinity of other club fields such as Mount Cheeseman and Broken River, it is approximately 2 hours' drive from Christchurch. The skifield is run by the Windwhistle Ski Club. Ranging in elevation from 1430m to 1880m, the terrain distribution is 10% beginner, 55% intermediate and 35% advanced. There are four rope tows, and with a bit of walking, 60 hectares of terrain is available. ()

Base elevation: 4675 ftTop elevation: 6152 ftCoordinates: 43°11'33"S, 171°36'22"E

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CanterburyNew Zealand

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Mount Olympus Ski Area – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Broken River Ski Area, Castle Hill, Mount Cheeseman, Craigieburn Valley Ski Area.

6.3 miNE
Winter sport, Ski area
Broken River Ski Area
161 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New Zealand's Southern Alps, the Broken River Ski Area is a hidden gem for snow enthusiasts. Known for its friendly atmosphere and stunning alpine scenery, this ski area offers a unique experience far from the crowded commercial resorts.
6 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Castle Hill
154 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New Zealand's South Island, Castle Hill is a breathtaking natural wonder renowned for its majestic limestone rock formations. Rising from the Canterbury Plains, these ancient rocks, some reaching the size of buildings, create a landscape that is...
4 miNE
Winter sport, Ski area
Mount Cheeseman
101 min walk • Mount Cheeseman is a club snowfield in New Zealand's South Island, near the town of Springfield, about an hour and a half from Christchurch. Situated in a south-east-facing basin, it features two T-bar lifts and one learner tow.
6.8 miNE
Winter sport, Ski area
Craigieburn Valley Ski Area
175 min walk • Craigieburn Valley Ski Area is a club skifield in the Southern Alps of New Zealand's South Island, about 104 km west from Christchurch.