Mt. Cheeseman Ski Resort Snow Report

Snow & Ski Conditions Mt. Cheeseman Ski Resort

The Mt. Cheeseman Ski Resort snow report for Aug 20 is a 10" base depth with 3 of 3 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Mt. Cheeseman Ski Resort are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.

Mt. Cheeseman Ski Resort: OpenSnow Report Last Updated: Aug 20

Recent Snowfall

Sat	Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	24h

1"	2"	0"	0"	0"	0"

Forecasted Snow

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Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun	Mon	Tue

0"	0"	1"	4"	0"	0.4"

Base

10"

Machine Groomed

Summit

20"

Spring Snow

Depth vs Average

50%

vs average of 20" on Aug 20

Snow Reporter Comments: Today at Mt Cheeseman 20 August 2026 — Mt Cheeseman is open today for a sunny mid-week day. Skies will be clear with light southerly winds and moderate ridge gusts that could affect the Ridge T-Bar in the afternoon. Temperatures are expected to rise during the day, softening the surfaces, with the freezing level lowering to 2300 m. The mountain received 0.5 cm on August 19. Conditions are icy up top this morning, while solar aspects should soften with sun input for corn skiing. Groomed terrain is expected to provide excellent skiing as the day warms. The Beginners Lift, Main T-Bar and Ridge T-Bar are open. The Main T-Bar operates 9:00am–4:00pm, while the Ridge T-Bar operates 9:30am–3:30pm and can be subject to wind and visibility holds. The access road is open and chains must be carried at all times and fitted as indicated. Tyre socks are not considered an adequate substitute. Ski hire and Ski School are closed for winter 2026. Snowline Lodge is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.

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Lifts Open

3/3 open

Resort Overview

Overview »

Jul 30

Projected Opening

Sep 30

Projected Closing

Mt. Cheeseman Ski Resort is located in the Craigieburn Range of Canterbury, New Zealand, just 90 minutes from Christchurch. The resort sits between 1,540 and 1,874 meters in elevation and receives an average of 94 cm of snowfall annually. With 90 hectares (222 acres) of skiable terrain, 15 trails, and 3 surface lifts, it offers a compact yet diverse alpine experience. The vertical drop of 334 meters delivers a satisfying descent across groomed and off-piste terrain.Trail difficulty is evenly distributed: 13% beginner, 40% intermediate, 33% advanced, and 13% expert. Families will appreciate the learner’s area located right next to the Day Lodge, which features a cozy café, sun-drenched deck, and panoramic views of the slopes. The resort also includes a terrain park for freestyle riders and offers ski-in/ski-out lodging, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the mountain.Visitors choose Mt. Cheeseman for its friendly atmosphere, uncrowded slopes, and classic Kiwi club field vibe. Whether you're carving turns on the 1.5 km longest run or exploring off-piste steeps near Mt. Cockayne, the resort delivers a relaxed and rewarding ski experience with a strong sense of community.

Nearby:

Broken River Ski Area

Craigieburn Valley Ski Area

Hanmer Springs Ski Area

Mt. Dobson Ski Area

Mt. Lyford Alpine Resort