The Ohau Snow Fields snow report for Aug 20 is a 22" base depth with 3 of 3 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Ohau Snow Fields are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: Today at Ohau
20 August 2026 — It's a sunny start at Ohau, currently 0°C with light southwesterly winds and good visibility. Skiing is fantastic on the groomed main trails today, with Hollywood Boulevard, Towers and Towers Return all in great shape. Off-piste, the chalky snow is softening nicely on the sunny slopes as the day warms up.
The Double Chair, Platter and Snow Mat are all running. A race training course is in use today, so give competitors some space out there.
The road in is open and chains aren't required. With 55cm sitting at both the Snow Mat and Top of Chair, and 80cm on the upper mountain off-piste, coverage is holding up well since the 10cm that fell on the 16th.
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Ohau Snow Fields is perched high above Lake Ōhau in Canterbury’s Mackenzie Basin, offering expansive views of Aoraki/Mt. Cook and the Southern Alps. With a base elevation of 1,425 meters and a summit reaching 1,825 meters, the resort spans 600 hectares (1,483 acres) and receives an average of 300 cm of snowfall annually. The terrain is treeless and open, making it ideal for wide carving turns and panoramic vistas.The mountain features 15 trails accessed by 3 lifts, including a quad chair and two surface lifts. Trail difficulty is well-balanced: 13% beginner, 27% intermediate, 33% advanced, and 27% expert. Families will appreciate the dedicated beginner zone with a snow mat, ski school programs, and a cozy day lodge with a log burner and cafeteria. Freestyle riders can explore two terrain parks, while the 2.5 km longest run offers a scenic descent from top to base.Visitors choose Ohau Snow Fields for its relaxed atmosphere, uncrowded slopes, and dramatic alpine setting. Whether you're cruising groomers or hiking to untouched powder stashes, the resort delivers a genuine Kiwi ski experience with a strong community vibe and unforgettable views.
