Description
Treble Cone has the most amount of skiable terrain in the South Island and is particularily good for advanced skiers and boarders. The 4th closest Ski field from Queenstown. Only 1 hour 45 minutes drive by car (you need to carry chains) or take the bus. The road is sealed from town to the mountain turn off, then its an unsealed mountain road (7km).
Opening Dates
Due to open late June (providing there is sufficient snow). Due to close late September (if snow conditions are still good the mountain may stay open later).
Distances from
Queenstown: 90km (1hr 30mins)
Wanaka: 19km (30mins)
The Mountain Road
7km unsealed mountain road
Getting there
You can drive yourself however the drive is long and the roads are icy so we recommend you take the ski shuttle.
Chains
If you are driving yourself, chains are often required, these are available to hire or buy from several petrol stations and ski shops in central Queenstown.
Mountain Stats
Height: 1258m (base elevation)
Vertical rise: 600m
Ski-able area: 550 hectares
Lift potential: 6200 people per hour
Opening Hours
7 days a week during winter from 8:30am - 4pm
Terrain
Beginner: 10%
Intermediate: 40%
Experienced: 50%
Ages
Adult: 18 years and over
Child: 6 - 17 years
Student: Full time tertiary (Must have ID)
Children: 5 years and under are FREE
Seniors: 70 years and over are FREE
Everything Queenstown Comments
Treble Cone is a fun mountain for enthusiasts. Large, long and challenging with more skiable terrain than any other ski field in the south island. It is perfect for advanced skiers and boarders or for those looking to challenge themselves on the diverse terrain.
It's a good 1 hour 45 minutes from Queenstown by bus so it's not everyone's cup of tea, however after a fresh dump of snow, expert riders and skiers should look no further.
For lift & rental packages, check out the Treble Cone Advanced Package.
If you are not an experienced skier or boarder or don't fancy the long drive to Treble Cone then we recommend you book a ski package at Cardrona which has more open spaces for beginner and intermediate skiers. Check out the Cardrona Ski Field Ski Packages available on our site.
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Hi John. You can pre book lessons with Treble Cone ski field directly via their website or you can do it once you arrive at the ski field. The cost is $60 for a group lesson.
Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Nigel) on 18th Jun 12 at 19:37