Porters Ski Resort

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Overview

Porters Ski Area, formally known as Porter Heights, is a ski field located on New Zealand’s South Island. Porters Ski area is situated on the southern end of the Craigieburn Range and only 85km from Christchurch.

Porters was founded as a club ski field and even though many of the facilities are upgraded and modern, Porters still retains the warm inviting atmosphere that local club ski fields are known for. Porters Ski Area is great for beginners and advanced skiers and riders alike.

Visitors are also treated to great views of the Southern Alps and Mt.Cook.

Inside Scoop

Cafeteria, ski and snowboard hire, ski repair, daily shuttle services, ski and snowboard school, school group specials, and ski club.

Porters also has an extensive amount of snow making equipment and grooming capabilities.


Plan Your Trip

Porters Lodging

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

20"
12"
8"
4"
0.9"
4"
Jun
16"
Jul
13"
Aug
11"
Sep
0.9"
Oct

Total Lifts: 6

6
Surface Lifts

Elevation

6496'
Summit
2224'
Vertical Drop
4272'
Base

Important Dates

July 03, 20242024/07/03
Projected Opening
September 15, 20242024/09/15
Projected Closing
N.A.
Projected Days Open
N.A.
Days Open Last Year
23
Years Open
0"
Average Snowfall
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