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Broken River ski resort, New Zealand (Oceania) — luxury alpine destination — Mountain views, ski slopes, and alpine landscape
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Broken River

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Resort Guide

Broken River is a club ski field located in the Craigieburn Range of New Zealand’s South Island, offering a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with a focus on authentic alpine experiences. The resort features over 300 hectares of varied terrain, accessed by a unique system of rope tows, and is known for its powder snow, off-piste opportunities, and minimal crowds. Key amenities include on-mountain accommodation, communal lodges, and a social environment that encourages interaction among guests. Broken River stands out for its backcountry feel, friendly community, and emphasis on traditional skiing and snowboarding experiences.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionOceania
CountryNew Zealand
Base Elevation1,425m
Summit Elevation1,820m
Vertical Drop395m
Skiable Acres1,831.1
Total Runs25
Total Lifts5
Annual Snowfall350 inches / 889 cm
Longest RunUnable to determine longest run for this resort.
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Broken River

Weather Forecast · 1,425m – 1,820m

Data reported at Fri, Aug 21, 12:54 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
—
Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
4.9cm
Season Total
79.1cm
SnowSure™ Score
32
Solid
↑
Improving
Conditions are holding steady.

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Current conditions at Broken River show a snow depth of 79cm, but recent snowfall has been modest with only 5cm in the past week. The forecast suggests an average of 70cm over the next 14 days, indicating a potential for more snow ahead.

Depth
Recent
Forecast
Historic
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 12:54 PM UTC
Base
1,425m
Temp
1°C
Wind
12km/h
Snow Depth
0cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1,623m
Temp
-2°C
Wind
12km/h
Snow Depth
0cm
14-Day Forecast
—
Summit
1,820m
Temp
-2°C
Wind
12km/h
Snow Depth
0cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 50% open
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1,820m) · Forecast from Fri, Aug 21, 12:54 PM UTC
ECMWF
11.4cm
GFS
52cm
GEM
0.8cm
JMA
71.3cm
Average
33.9cm
10-Day Forecast
Summit (1,820m) · Updated Fri, Aug 21, 12:54 PM UTC
Sat
22
1°
-2°
0.9cm
Sun
23
2°
-4°
8.7cm
Mon
24
1°
-4°
1.4cm
Tue
25
3°
-1°
0.5cm
Wed
26
2°
-2°
0.2cm
Thu
27
-1°
-3°
6.3cm
Fri
28
2°
-1°
0.1cm
Sat
29
4°
-3°
2.3cm
Sun
30
3°
-3°
0.2cm
Mon
31
4°
-4°
0.8cm
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 12:54 PM UTC
79.1cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+64%
vs 5-Year Avg
124cm avg by now
+71%
vs 30-Year Avg
111cm avg by now
124cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

This season is at 79.1 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~79.4 cm. That's 36% below the 5-year average (124 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 28% below the 30-year average (111 cm).

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Top Après Ski

Broken River Lodge Bar – Known for its welcoming, communal atmosphere, the lodge bar at Broken River is a favorite among skiers for its cozy alpine setting, craft beers, and lively après-ski gatherings that often feature local stories and camaraderie by the fire.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Broken River — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Broken River, New Zealand.

Over the past 7 days, Broken River has received 4.9cm of snowfall. The season total snowfall is 79.1cm. The current SnowSure™ rating is 32/100.

Broken River has 25 runs. and 5 lifts. covering 1831.1 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1425m to 1820m. with a vertical drop of 395m. The resort averages 350 inches / 889 cm of snowfall annually..

The 14-day snow forecast for Broken River predicts approximately 35cm of snowfall. LUXSKI provides forecasts from multiple weather models including ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, and Météo-France, updated hourly.

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Broken River directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Broken River destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.