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Located high in the Southern Alps, Canterbury’s Mt Hutt Ski Area receives some of the lightest and driest powder in Australasia. It typically enjoys one of the longest ski seasons in the Southern Hemisphere lasting from early June to late October.

Following a large investment in 2005 into lift and trail infrastructure, Mt Hutt’s Summit Six, six seater chairlift offers access to many trails while a novice area is serviced by a dedicated quad chair. A 140m long Magic Carpet into the beginners area means that Mt Hutt has some of the best facilities in the country alongside the best mix of terrain.

Mt Hutt's terrain is rated 25% beginner, intermediate 50%, advanced 25%.

Close to Christchurch city and with more than 365 skiable hectares, Mt Hutt offers plenty of variety and every facility for snow sports enthusiasts. A big mountain with great terrain, Mt Hutt offers an awesome, winter experience for all levels of skiers and riders.

Renowned for its laidback and rural atmosphere, Mt Hutt is family and beginner friendly and features an award winning Snowsports School and a licensed Skiwiland Creche. Children six and under ski for free.

Mt. Hutt is just over an hour’s drive from Christchurch and a 35-minute drive from Methven. Ski shuttles offer daily services to and from Methven. Mt Hutt is open seven days from 9:00am to 4:00pm throughout the season.

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