Mt Hutt
Follow the signposts from Methven, the turnoff is about ten kilometres. It is sealed highway until the turn off just before the mountain road barrier. Then there is an unsealed road which winds through alpine terrain for about fifteen kilometres. This road is not overly steep but can be deceptive on the downward journey. It also travels along ridge tops in certain areas which are exposed to wind gusts.
Description:
Mount Hutt is the largest ski area in Canterbury. From
the on-piste with a mixture of man made and natural snow
to the many off-piste areas with wide open bowls, steeps
and shutes. There is plenty of terrain for every level of
skier.
There is a large beginners area in front of the base buildings,
wide grommed run running the length of the field for intermediates
and experts, and the off-piste. The Towers and South Face
offer plenty of varied terrain for the more advanced skier.
Conditions permitting there is also back country skiing
down North Peak with a helicopter pick up which drops sk
| Nearest Town | Methven |
| Distance (km) | 25 |
| Nearest Airport | Christchurch |
| Distance (km) | 105 |
| Annual Snow Fall (m) | |
| Season Opens | Early June |
| Season Closes | Late October |
| Skiable Area (Hectares) | |
| Total Number of Lifts | 10 |
| Base Altitude (m) | 1403 |
| Highest Altitude (m) | 2075 |
| Beginner | 25% |
| Intermediate | 50% |
| Advanced | 25% |
| Chairilfts | 2 |
| T-Bars | 3 |
| Platters | 2 |
| Rope Tows | 3 |
| Ski School | Yes |
| Ski Hire | Yes |
| Chain Hire | Yes |
| Groomers | Yes |
| Half Pipe | Yes |
| Terrain Park | Yes |
| Cafe | Yes |
| Bar | Yes |
| Accommodation on Ski Area | No |
Contact Details
Company Name Mt Hutt Ski Area
E-mail service@mthutt.co.nz
Phone 64 3 3028811
Fax 64 3 3028697
Mail PO BOX 14 Methven
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