The Ski Area has a mix of groomed runs and off-piste terrain, and there are typically opportunities for both beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders. There is also a small ski lodge with a cafe and a rental shop where you can rent equipment if you don’t have your own. A few accommodation options exist near the Ski Area, including cabins and lodges. The nearby town of Stratford also has a range of accommodation options.
Brown Bear Ski & Snowboard Area Guide has rated Manganui as family-friendly and outstanding steep runs for skiers and snowboarders. The Lower Mountain is an alpine tussock meadow (mowed), so it only needs 20-30cm of snow cover to operate. Their snow can come and go during the season, so they can’t guarantee consistent operation.
The Ski Area is about 20 minutes from Stratford, and driving from Wellington takes about 2.5 hours. If you’re flying into New Zealand, New Plymouth and Palmerston North are the closest airports.
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