Mt Cheeseman

Mt Cheeseman

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Mt Cheeseman delivers classic Canterbury club field skiing in the Craigieburn Range, combining rich history with excellent terrain since 1929. The mountain's 320 hectares of skiable area offers uncrowded slopes and a welcoming community atmosphere. From wide groomed runs to challenging off-piste adventures, Mt Cheeseman maintains the authentic character that has drawn skiers to its slopes for generations.

Two T-bar lifts and a learners' rope tow form Mt Cheeseman's efficient lift network, serving terrain across 322 vertical meters. The Ridge T-bar accesses both gentle slopes and advanced terrain, while the Main T-bar opens up expansive intermediate runs. This simple yet effective system ensures minimal waiting times, allowing visitors to maximise their time on snow.

Mt Cheeseman Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 3
T-Bar
3
T-Bar

Mt Cheeseman Resort Elevation

6148ft1874mResort Summit1096ft334mVertical Drop5052ft1540mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

15

Total Area

124 ac

50.2 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
15%
Intermediate
40%
Advanced
45%
Expert
0%
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Location

Mt Cheeseman sits two hours from Christchurch, making it an accessible escape into Canterbury's alpine environment. The mountain offers unique on-snow accommodation at Snowline Lodge and Forest Lodge, creating an immersive mountain experience. This setup allows visitors to wake up right on the slopes, enjoying first tracks and spectacular alpine sunrises over the Canterbury high country.

Mt Cheeseman

, south-island

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Season Info

Operating from late June through September, Mt Cheeseman benefits from its elevation and favourable position in the Craigieburn Range. At 1,840 meters above sea level, the mountain captures consistent snowfall throughout the winter season. Natural snow accumulation shapes the experience here, with the terrain's varied aspects helping preserve excellent conditions, particularly in the sheltered basins.

Current Season

2025

Opening Day

7/11/2025

Closing Day

9/20/2025

Days Open

72

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

3m

300cm

Imperial

9.8ft

118in

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