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ski field christchurch canterbury nz mt cheeseman our winter opening date is friday 17 july updates on the 2026 season are available here about about how to get here jobs gallery newsletters contact us winter mountain report webcam trail map passes season pass events backcountry touring p i school ski race summer walking tracks membership member workparties stay lodges ski week calendar ski holiday packages groups events venue hire weddings school camps ski holidays accommodation book mountain season opens 9 00 am 17 07 2026 weather a fine day light winds 7 o chains to be carried snowfall 2 may 11 view full mountain report updated wed may 13 2026 7 10 am mountain season opens stay snowline lodge forest lodge ski holiday packages ski week calendar short stay or road trip snowfall 2 may 11 upper base 0 lower base 0 view full mountain report updated wed may 13 2026 7 10 am winter 2026 learn more season passes 2026 learn more functions venue hire learn more ski holiday packages learn more venue hire take a peak plan your party retreat or holiday at mt cheeseman this summer ideal for milestone 21st birthdays workshops family groups balls school camps painting yoga retreats with its stunning alpine vistas read more weddings take a peak mountain lodges that offer a one of a kind wedding venue in canterbury with a relaxed adventurous spirit surrounded by the spectacular alpine setting of new zealand s southern alps read more walking trails take a peak from short strolls to multi day alpine adventures these tracks immerse you in the raw beauty of the southern alps discover some of cheeseman s stunning alpine walks and tramps read more passes rentals view prices lift prices season passes member prices special deals and rentals all the information you need for a great snow experiance in one place buy now read more accommodation book now discover canterbury s easiest access ski in ski out on mountain accommodation enjoy hot showers and sunset drenched decks buy now read more snow school view prices highly skilled instructors want to share their knowledge with you we can do private or group lessons which ever one you prefer read more mt cheeseman ski field a friendly ski area near christchurch nz we are open to the public and welcome all skiers and snowboarders convenient second closest ski area to christchurch new zealand just a 90 minute drive easy access drop off your gear right at the daylodge 20 metres from the lifts car park just a short stroll away easy lifts two t bars and 1 learners rope tow right next to our base area lodges no nutcrackers required fun terrain groomed intermediate runs off piste steeper terrain for advanced skiers and a dedicated learners area quench your thirst and appetite day lodge with licenced cafe barista coffee and sun drenched deck stay play two accommodation lodges snowline is catered ski in ski out accommodation forest lodge is backpacker accommodation nestled in bush next to the ice skating rink and hiking biking trails at the base of the mountain open all year cheeseman s uncrowded slopes cozy lodges and friendly vibe attract families and adventurers who share a love of the outdoors read more join the team 2025 nz ski holiday package prices ski week 5 days 4 nights includes 5 days lift passes mon fri 4 nights accommodation in a shared bunkroom mon thurs 3 group lessons tues thurs 3 meals a day 2 cheeseman treats to enjoy 1 195 adult non members 445 members 895 student non members 395 members short stay 3 days 2 nights includes 2 nights accommodation 2 breakfasts 2 lunches 2 dinners a 3 day lift pass 690 adult 481 student road trip 2 days 1 night includes 1 nights accommodation 1 breakfast 1 lunch 1 dinner a 2 day lift pass 405 adult 279 student to book or see full prices for kids etc visit mtcheesemanskiarea checkfront com for the 5d 4n ski week book under snowline ski week for the 3d 2n or 2d 1n book under overnight what people are saying about us mt cheeseman ski area 4 7 based on 96 reviews see all reviews write a review jerusha miller 07 38 12 dec 21 wonderful weekend very good facilities clean comfortable obviously well looked after hope to go again andy miller 02 29 12 dec 21 awesome weekend with friends the weather was yuk but the food and company was great wonderful bed gary oberholster 06 35 21 nov 21 members ski lodge rodney bolton 07 42 27 oct 21 on top of the world d glen kidd 04 09 20 oct 21 my daughter s favorite field richard cranstone 00 08 04 sep 21 a great community and welcoming atmosphere easily convenient access wirh the drop off area at the day lodge and main t makes for a relaxed start to a day enjoying the snow and stunning location mark heald 07 41 07 aug 21 nice vibe at this ski field andrew mark bolton 20 19 28 sep 20 awesome place to be adam gardner 22 17 19 mar 20 a bit cheesy if you ask me benedict snee 22 10 19 mar 20 rather cheesy if you ask me scott beckford 06 00 16 sep 19 great family fun club field 2 t bars main lift good top lift runs a bit slow good facilities too david markley 07 23 15 sep 19 great sunny day with fresh snow at the end of the season surprised ski gear clothing rental only 49 really cheap prices for food and drink e g 5 latte 5 hot pie smallish area with 2 t bars but only one pisted james evans 05 34 15 sep 19 olie the ski instructor was very brave taking four kids up the t bar all who it was the first time this did great things for their skiing mike currie 01 56 13 sep 19 great laid back atmosphere friendly staff fantastic snow at least there was the day i was up there and yummy pies especially with reduced price after 3pm june cloudesley 09 21 28 aug 19 friendly club field equally as good as or better than many ski area there are no huge growds and very good afforable family rates a welcoming ski field which could improve with more assistance loading on the t bar lifts a wonderful day s skiing here with auckland visitors fang esther 06 35 25 aug 19 great view but the t bar is quite challenging for snowboarders andrew liese 21 17 22 aug 19 great time very friendly staff most runs require a moderate level of experience wayne smith 06 00 11 mar 19 i was privileged to see the paragliding champs launching from the carpark the staff on the cafe above is were very polite and kind enough to allow me to use the facilities after all the other pilots had taken off i had a few hours myself flying my gin atlas 2 wing up and around the ski lifts absolutely amazing view it did get a bit fresh high up though beatrice cheer 05 57 26 oct 18 lovely small skifield easy to get to through a drive up into beech forest new cafe and nice facilities field design is better for good skiers the lower areas are not great our son had a great time he s a very good skier we stayed 2 nights in a bunk room fun experience but super cold and we found ourselves rostered on to cook breakfast for 40 people at 7am bit of a shock but we managed not great value given the quality of facilties and the job roster tiffany young 03 26 10 oct 18 amazing mounts for a good time and especially a beginner i ve only snowboarded a couple of time before this past season and a few months at cheeseman has drastically improved my riding very family friendly two t bars and one learner s rope tow the day lodge is also a great space to relax with a coffee from the cafe and or to enjoy the view a night at the snowline lodge provides dinner breakfast and lunch declan 04 42 06 oct 18 incredible field with a amazing view and a awesome cafe the snow lodge is also great to stay the night in bruh gaming 18 53 17 sep 18 amazing next reviews member benefits meet like minded people make new friends and lifelong memories cheap skiing seasons pass to ski board anytime throughout the winter 55 off holiday packages 5 days 4 nights at snowline 30 off accommodation at snowline lessons 10 off beverages at snowline bar know what s on with monthly cheeseman chat and regular e news during the year work parties work parties are a great way to earn some mountain karma swap tall stories and share some banter with like minded snow and alpine fanatics while helping to make skiing affordable by using member skills to maintain or improve or ski area and facilities there s work to do on the mountain and in town read more 2025 membership prices if paid before 31 march 2025 adult 395 save 400 student 279 save 370 youth 11 17yrs 199 save 76 child 0 10yrs 20 senior 65yrs 279 save 70 find out more postal address po box 22178 christchurch new zealand christchurch admin office 03 344 3247 mountain office 03 318 8794 winter only email us enquiry form contact terms conditions privacy policy constitution mountain ops copyright 2026 mt cheeseman site by wired learners overview swiss run ridge t bar