Area Profile
The Southern Alps of the South Island are host to a number of superb ski resorts. One of which is Rainbow Ski Area near St Arnaud, overlooking Nelson Lakes National Park with its extensive beech forest and beautiful Lake Rotoiti. There are 300 skiable hectares accessed by 5 lifts with terrain for every level of skier and snowboarder. Rainbow is approximately 32 kilometers from St. Arnaud. Ski season usually runs from late June to mid October.
Lodging Profile
A variety of motels, lodges, bed and breakfasts, cottages, and guesthouses are available in St. Arnaud.
Services Profile
Ski and snowboard lessons, rentals, childrens fun programs, and school group programs.
Important Dates
- Projected Days Open: N/A
- Days Open Last Year: N/A
- Years Open: 8
- Average Snowfall: N/A
Terrain Type
Beginner Runs:  25% |
Intermediate Runs:  50% |
Advanced Runs:  25% |
Expert Runs:  0% |
Lifts
- Total # Of Lifts:
5 - Gondolas & Trams:
N/A
- High Speed Sixes:
N/A - High Speed Quads:
N/A
- Quad Chairs:
N/A - Triple Chairs:
N/A
- Double Chairs:
N/A - Surface Lifts:
5
Elevation
- Top: 1758 Ft.
- Vertical Drop: 320 Ft.
- Bottom: 1540 Ft.
- Longest Run: N/A
- Skiable Terrain: 741 acres
- Snow Making: N/A
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Open Ski Resorts
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- Boreal, California 0in.
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