The Porters snow report for Sep 03 is a 35" base depth with 5 of 6 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Porters 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, 3rd Sep 2025
Porters is open with all lifts spinning.
Today is shaping up to be a great day to visit Porters, with sunshine, light winds, and the best snow conditions we have had all season.
At 5:45am we have light winds at all elevations and mostly clear skies. The current temperature is minus 1. The forecast is for sunshine and light winds all day.
On the upper mountain, we have groomed two wide trails in Sundance down to the load area at T3, as well as McNulty’s all the way through to Stellar Bowl. With recent new snow, there will be some fun wind blown stashes to be found.
Easy Street and our learners area have been groomed nice and wide this morning, and will be a lot of fun today.
If you’re looking for a lesson, pop into our ticket office and book a spot with one of our instructors – we have options for all ages and abilities. Kids 10 and under ski for free at Porters.
The access road this morning is chain free. We recommend in winter that all vehicles carry chains.
Our shuttle service will be running return trips throughout the day, picking up at Chain Bay 2 (and the lodge on request) at 9:30am and 10:30am. Return shuttles will be available all afternoon.
Porters Lodge Restaurant and Bar, just 6km up our access road, will be open for coffee from 9am, and meals from 11am. Pop in for Apres after enjoying a day on our slopes.
Porters Ski Area is located in the Craigieburn Range of Canterbury, New Zealand, just 89 km west of Christchurch. With a base elevation of 1,302 meters and a summit reaching 1,980 meters, the resort spans 230 hectares (568 acres) of skiable terrain. It features 21 trails accessed by 6 lifts, including quad chairs and surface lifts. The vertical drop of 678 meters offers a satisfying descent across varied terrain, and the area receives an average of 109 cm of natural snowfall annually, supported by snowmaking on key trails.The trail breakdown includes 14% beginner, 29% intermediate, 29% advanced, and 29% expert runs. Families will appreciate the dedicated beginner zone with a covered magic carpet, the tubing lanes near the base, and the relaxed layout that allows for easy navigation. The resort also features two terrain parks for freestyle riders and a ski school offering group and private lessons for all ages. The base lodge includes a café, rental shop, and sunny deck with panoramic views of the Southern Alps.Visitors choose Porters for its proximity to Christchurch, uncrowded slopes, and terrain that caters to both casual cruisers and thrill-seekers. Whether you're carving turns on the 2.4 km longest run or dropping into steep chutes off Bluff Face, the resort delivers a well-rounded alpine experience with a welcoming vibe and stunning scenery.
