Manganui
Perched on the eastern slopes of Mount Taranaki, Manganui ski field offers an intimate skiing experience unique to New Zealand's North Island. This club-operated field combines challenging terrain with a welcoming community atmosphere, making it a favorite among local skiers and riders since 1929. The volcanic terrain creates distinctive skiing conditions and spectacular views across Taranaki and toward the central plateau.
Manganui's lift network maintains the authentic character of New Zealand club skiing. The field operates two nutcracker rope tows - the main T-bar accessing intermediate terrain and the top T-bar leading to more advanced runs. While these lifts require a bit of technique to master, they provide access to excellent skiing terrain and help maintain the field's uncrowded slopes.
Manganui Resort Elevation
Trails
Total Runs
17
Total Area
146 ac
59.1 ha
Location
Located just 30 minutes from New Plymouth and set within Egmont National Park, Manganui offers a true mountain experience on the North Island. The drive up to the field presents stunning views of the Taranaki coastline, while the base facilities sit at 1,250 meters above sea level. A 15-minute walk from the parking area to the lodge adds to the adventure, embodying the traditional Kiwi ski field experience.
Manganui
, north-island
Season Info
The skiing season at Manganui typically runs from June to October, with peak conditions usually occurring in August and September. Being on Mount Taranaki's slopes means the field can experience rapid weather changes, creating diverse snow conditions throughout the season. Natural snowfall is supplemented by snowmaking when conditions permit, helping maintain consistent coverage on the main runs.
Current Season
2025
Opening Day
6/29/2025
Closing Day
9/29/2025
Days Open
93
Annual Snowfall
Metric
2.5m
250cm
Imperial
8.2ft
98in
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