Visiting Queenstown for a ski holiday this winter?
Get the latest information on snow conditions, weather forecasts and what's happening across all Queenstown and Wānaka ski resorts with our weekly snow report videos.
Our wide range of terrain across four ski fields means there's something to suit all abilities, whether you're a beginner looking to conquer the mountain or an expert wanting to cut fresh tracks. Hosted by local pro snowboarder Nick Hyne and produced in partnership with the snow experts from Mountainwatch, tune in each week for the latest Queenstown and Wānaka snow report.
SNOW REPORT - 1 JULY 2026
We're back with this week's Queenstown & Wānaka Weekly Snow Report,
Opening weekend delivered. Last week's storm delivered 10-15cm of snow, and the mountains are looking good to kick off the season. A front is rolling in on Friday night, with snow forecast at ski resorts over the weekend. It's all happening across the mountains.
Cardrona Alpine Resort has McDougall's Chondola and McPark terrain park open, and cold overnight temps are keeping the on-piste snow in great shape. At Coronet Peak, the Coronet Express and Meadows Chairlifts are spinning for top-to-bottom skiing, with First Tracks running daily from 8–9am, Night Ski kicking off tonight, and Kids Day Out on 4 July. Over at The Remarkables, Alta Chairlift and Sugar Bowl Express are now open, and fresh rails and boxes have been added to the terrain park. Keep an eye on Treble Cone Ski Area for opening updates, as they will be ready to go as soon as nature delivers.
Tune in to the full Queenstown & Wānaka Snow Report for all the mountain updates and what's on.
SNOW REPORT - 24 JUNE 2026
The first weekly Queenstown / Wānaka Snow Report of 2026 is here!
Snow is in the forecast tonight and into tomorrow, and the ski resorts are gearing up for the season ahead.
Coronet Peak is already open with skiing and a rail garden on the Twin Magic Carpets and Beginner Carpet, plus snow play, sledding and gondola sightseeing. With natural snow and prime snowmaking conditions on the way, Cardrona Alpine Resort is aiming to open its learners’ area on Friday, and The Remarkables is set to follow on Saturday with its learners’ slope. Keep an eye on Treble Cone Ski Area’s channels for opening day updates.
New for 2026: Cardrona and Treble Cone’s app can turn your phone into your lift pass and track your mountain stats, Coronet Peak’s Snow Factory (a South Island-first) can produce around 240 cubic metres of snow a day, and The Remarkables has expanded its base building and installed fire pits on the deck.
Catch all the events and mountain-specific updates in the full Queenstown/Wānaka Mountainwatch report below.
Travelling to Queenstown this winter?
Here's all you need to know to plan your Queenstown ski trip, from where to hire your gear to the best après ski spots.