The Mt. Olympus snow report for Sep 17 is a 8" base depth with of 5 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Mt. Olympus are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: Wednesday September 17th - We are OPEN for a half day! LIFTS WILL SPIN FROM 9AM TO 12:30PM - HALF DAY RATES APPLY. Expect occasional rain showers, wind and wet snow. The forecast for after lunch is awful, so ski in the morning if you are keen, before we hunker down for the afternoon with a few Sloppys. The Access Tow blessed us with 7 beautiful days of use, with wonderful laps of Frozen Waves & Back Run, but now unfortunately it awaits more snow - don't worry the Summer Road is in great shape to get you straight up to 1600m. Playground of the gods - Home of Freeride and the Sloppy Coffee' We have a accommodation special this week, running Monday to Thursday - Student rates all round! Get up here and save.
Mt. Olympus Ski Area is tucked into the Craigieburn Range of Canterbury, New Zealand, offering a rugged alpine experience just two hours west of Christchurch. With a base elevation of 1,430 meters and a summit reaching 1,880 meters, the resort receives an average of 450 cm of snowfall annually. The skiable terrain spans 60 hectares (148 acres), with 15 trails accessed by 5 surface lifts. A vertical drop of 450 meters delivers a compact but thrilling descent across natural bowls and ridgelines.The trail breakdown leans heavily toward experienced skiers: 7% beginner, 27% intermediate, 33% advanced, and 33% expert. While not ideal for first-timers, confident families will appreciate the laid-back lodge atmosphere, communal dining, and the chance to ski together in a unique alpine setting. The resort’s rope tow system adds a hands-on element to the experience, and the terrain park and halfpipe offer freestyle options for snowboarders and adventurous skiers.Visitors choose Mt. Olympus for its raw terrain, strong community vibe, and access to some of the best in-bounds powder in the country. Whether you're carving turns on the 1.5 km longest run or dropping into steep chutes off the upper ridge, the resort delivers a high-alpine experience that’s both challenging and rewarding.
