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Mt Dobson stands proud in the heart of the Southern Alps, offering one of New Zealand's highest car parks at 1,725 meters above sea level. This family-owned ski area boasts wide open trails across 400 hectares of skiable terrain, with natural undulations that create an engaging playground for all skill levels. The mountain's expansive bowls and sheltered slopes deliver an authentic alpine experience marked by short lift queues and plenty of space to explore.

Mt Dobson's lift network includes a triple chair, T-bar, and platter lift, efficiently serving 415 meters of vertical terrain. The triple chairlift accesses a wide variety of runs, from gentle slopes to challenging off-piste areas, while the T-bar opens up expansive upper mountain terrain. This straightforward setup ensures easy navigation for newcomers while providing quick access to advanced zones.

Mt Dobson Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 3
Triple Chair
1
Triple Chair
T-Bar
2
T-Bar

Mt Dobson Resort Elevation

6660ft2030mResort Summit1411ft430mVertical Drop5249ft1600mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

14

Total Area

988 ac

399.8 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
25%
Intermediate
50%
Advanced
25%
Expert
0%
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Location

Located 40 minutes from Fairlie and three hours from Christchurch, Mt Dobson offers stunning views across the Mackenzie Basin and Southern Alps. The fully sealed access road leads to New Zealand's highest car park, providing straightforward mountain access without the need for chains in normal conditions. The nearby towns of Fairlie and Lake Tekapo offer varied accommodation options, creating perfect bases for exploring both the mountain and the spectacular Mackenzie Country.

Mt Dobson

, south-island

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Season Info

The ski season at Mt Dobson typically runs from early July to early October, taking full advantage of its elevated position in the Southern Alps. The mountain's high base altitude contributes to reliable snow conditions, particularly on the upper slopes. Natural snowfall is the foundation of coverage here, with the terrain's natural contours helping to capture and retain snow throughout the season.

Current Season

2025

Opening Day

7/11/2025

Closing Day

9/27/2025

Days Open

79

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

2.54m

254cm

Imperial

8.3ft

100in

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