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

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Resort Guide

Mt Olympus is a club ski field located in the Craigieburn Range of New Zealand’s South Island, offering a unique alpine experience with a relaxed, communal atmosphere. The resort features 60 hectares of skiable terrain accessed by four rope tows, catering primarily to intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders. Known for its natural powder, challenging off-piste runs, and on-mountain lodge accommodation, Mt Olympus stands out for its backcountry feel and social après-ski culture centered around its hot tub and communal lodge.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionOceania
CountryNew Zealand
Base Elevation1,430m
Summit Elevation1,880m
Vertical Drop450m
Skiable Acres148
Total Runs15
Total Lifts4
Annual Snowfall177 inches / 450 cm
Longest Run1.5 km / 0.93 mi
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Mt Olympus

Weather Forecast · 1,430m – 1,880m

Data reported at Mon, Oct 05, 11:03 AM UTC
Last Snowfall
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Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
0cm
Season Total
180.9cm
SnowSure™ Score
28
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Depth
6
Recent
0
Forecast
1.4
Historic
12.5
Season
8.2
Temperature
0
SnowSure score components · 2026-10-05
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 05, 11:03 AM UTC
Base
1,430m
Temp
1°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
60cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1,655m
Temp
-2°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
0cm
14-Day Forecast
—
Summit
1,880m
Temp
-2°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
60cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
4 of 4100% open
10-Day Forecast
Summit (1,880m) · Updated Mon, Oct 05, 11:03 AM UTC
Tue
6
8°
-3°
Wed
7
4°
-2°
Thu
8
2°
-1°
0.7cm
Fri
9
7°
-1°
Sat
10
7°
0°
Sun
11
8°
3°
Mon
12
9°
2°
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 05, 11:03 AM UTC
180.9cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+101%
vs 5-Year Avg
179cm avg by now
+105%
vs 30-Year Avg
172cm avg by now
179cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

This season is at 180.9 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~180.8 cm. That's near the 5-year average (179 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 5% above the 30-year average (172 cm).

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Last synced Mon, Oct 05, 11:03 AM UTC

Top Après Ski

Top Hut Bar & Café – Renowned for its relaxed alpine vibe and panoramic mountain views, Top Hut Bar & Café at Mt Olympus is the go-to spot for après-ski, offering hearty food, local beers, and a convivial atmosphere where skiers gather to unwind and share stories after a day on the slopes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mt Olympus — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Mt Olympus, New Zealand.

The current snow depth at Mt Olympus is 60cm. The season total snowfall is 180.9cm. The current SnowSure™ rating is 28/100.

Mt Olympus has 15 runs. and 4 lifts. covering 148 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1430m to 1880m. with a vertical drop of 450m. The resort averages 177 inches / 450 cm of snowfall annually..

The 14-day snow forecast for Mt Olympus predicts approximately 0.7cm 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 Mt Olympus directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Mt Olympus 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.