Mt. Cheeseman Ski Resort Ski Resort
# 8Expert Terrain in Oceania
# 6Expert Terrain in New Zealand
# 5Expert Terrain in Canterbury
All ReviewsOverview
Mount Cheeseman or Cheeseman is a friendly, family-oriented, affordable resort located on the South Island of New Zealand. Just 90 minutes away from Christchurch, in the Canterbury region, Cheeseman is a New Zealand club ski field that is open to the public and provides a friendly inviting atmosphere.
Mt. Cheeseman is popular among families and beginners but advanced skiers and snowboarders will find adventurous off-piste terrain with minimal effort to access.
Inside Scoop
Cheeseman is home to multiple lodges that offer on-mountain accommodation options. Group bookings are welcomed and can be rented out year round. Ski and snowboard hire and rentals are available. Group and private lessons are also available.
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
17"
11"
7"
4"
0"
0"
Jun
13"
Jul
14"
Aug
11"
Sep
Terrain Overview
Runs in Total
15
Total Lifts: 3
Surface Lifts
3
Elevation
Base
5052'
Summit
6148'
Vertical Drop
1096'
Important Dates
August 16, 20252025/08/16
Projected Opening
September 21, 20252025/09/21
Projected Closing
N.A.
Projected Days Open
N.A.
Days Open Last Year
24
Years Open
0"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
Mt. Cheeseman Ski Resort
P.O. Box 22178
Christchurch, Canterbury
New Zealand
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