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

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Resort Guide

Ōhau Snow Fields is located in the Southern Alps of New Zealand, between Christchurch and Queenstown, offering panoramic views over Lake Ōhau. The resort features a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with uncrowded slopes, catering to skiers and snowboarders of all abilities across 125 hectares of skiable terrain. Signature experiences include wide-open groomed runs, powder bowls, and a renowned learners’ area, complemented by the on-mountain Ōhau Lodge providing accommodation, dining, and après-ski amenities. The resort stands out for its natural alpine setting, welcoming vibe, and exceptional lake and mountain vistas.

Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionOceania
CountryNew Zealand
Base Elevation1,425m
Summit Elevation1,929m
Vertical Drop504m
Skiable Acres308.9
Total Runs15
Total Lifts3
Annual Snowfall120 inches / 305 cm
Longest Run2.5 km / 1.6 mi
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Ōhau

Weather Forecast · 1,425m – 1,929m

Data reported at Tue, Oct 13, 5:04 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
—
Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
0cm
Season Total
281.8cm
Projected to open Jun 26

SnowSure reports this resort is not operating (season-end). SnowSure™ scores below reflect weather and snowpack signals, not open terrain.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
Closed for the season

Not operating — season has ended

SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.

Closed for the season · Data updated Tue, Oct 13, 5:04 PM UTC · informational only
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Oct 13, 5:04 PM UTC
Base
1,425m
Temp
5°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1,677m
Temp
1°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
—
Summit
1,929m
Temp
1°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
—
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 3
10-Day Forecast
Summit (1,929m) · Updated Tue, Oct 13, 5:04 PM UTC
Wed
14
3°
-2°
Thu
15
-1°
-7°
10cm
Fri
16
-2°
-7°
1.7cm
Sat
17
7°
-6°
Sun
18
11°
-1°
Mon
19
10°
-5°
Tue
20
9°
-1°
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Oct 13, 5:04 PM UTC
281.8cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+71%
vs 5-Year Avg
398cm avg by now
+139%
vs 30-Year Avg
203cm avg by now
398cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~282.6 cm. That's 29% below the 5-year average (398 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 39% above the 30-year average (203 cm).

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Last synced Tue, Oct 13, 5:04 PM UTC

Top Après Ski

The Lodge at Lake Ohau – Renowned for its cozy lounge and bar, this venue offers a welcoming après-ski atmosphere with stunning lake and mountain views, hearty meals, and a convivial setting where skiers gather to unwind by the fire after a day on the slopes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ōhau — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Ōhau, New Zealand.

The season total snowfall is 281.8cm. The current SnowSure™ rating is 39/100.

Ōhau has 15 runs. and 3 lifts. covering 308.9 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1425m to 1929m. with a vertical drop of 504m. The resort averages 120 inches / 305 cm of snowfall annually..

The 14-day snow forecast for Ōhau predicts approximately 11.7cm 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 Ōhau directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Ōhau 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.