Cardrona is the most accessible ski area from Wanaka, and the largest accessible ski area from Queenstown. With 3 gloriously wide basins and the promise of consistent snow, Cardrona is an expansive mountain with plenty of high level on and off trail choices.
Not just for skiers, Cardrona is a snowboarder’s paradise with designated areas to include: 4 half pipes, combo terrain park and a boarder-cross course.
• Skiable Terrain: 988 acres
• Number Of Runs: 38
• Summit: 1,860m
• Vertical: 600m
• Ski Season: Mid-June to Mid-October
• Annual Snowfall: 2.9m
• Longest Run: 1.8km
• Average Temp: -1C
• Trail Difficulty: 25% Beginner, 25% Intermediate, 30% Advanced, 20% Expert
• Lift System: 8 Total Including 1 Express Chondola, 2 Express Quad Chairs, 1 Fixed Grip Quad Chair, 1 Platter Lift and 3 Conveyors
• Snowshoeing
• Tubing
• Ice Climbing
• Ice Skating
• Snowmobiling
• Hot Air Ballooning
• Jet Boating
• Lake Cruise
• Sky Diving
• Paragliding
Expansive terrain with a nice mix of green, blue and black diamond
A big mountain with plenty of trail options resulting in an uncrowded feeling
Well set up for families and progression
Being the highest mountain in the area also comes with the most consistent snow fall
