Snow Sports

Mount Ruapehu is the site of both New Zealands largest and premier ski fields — Whakapapa and Turoa

Whakapapa Ski Field

Whakapapa New Zealands’ largest developed ski area is located on the sunny northwestern slopes of Mt Ruapehu is the closest to The Park hostel with regular shuttles leaving right outside the front door. More...

Turoa Ski Field

Turoa offers an unparalleled winter experience for all. The high altitude and south west facing slopes combined with its natural terrain park and wide open slopes, means plenty of dry winter snow on mixed terrain from July until September, and perfect corn snow in October, for awesome skiing and boarding.  More...

During the summer, chair lift rides and guided tours to Ruapehus crater lake are available on the Whakapapa resort.

So much to do in one location

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