We are now CLOSED for the season. Thanks so much for joining us this season. A big shout out to our hard working staff and Club members.

Thereof How far is Mount Hutt from Christchurch? 90 Minutes from Christchurch

Just a 35-minute drive from Methven village, Mt Hutt is renowned for its big snow, with consistently one of the longest snow seasons in the South Island.

Can you take a caravan to Eungella National Park? Access: the camping area can be reached by conventional vehicle and is suitable for camper trailers, caravans, buses, and motorhomes.

Similarly, Is there snow at Porters Pass?

Porters Weather (Days 4-6): Light rain (total 5.0mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Very mild (max 13°C on Mon afternoon, min 2°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Porters Snow Conditions.

Top snow depth: —
Bottom snow depth: —
Fresh snowfall depth: 10 in
Last snowfall: 13 Feb 2022
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Can you drive up Mount Hutt?

From Christchurch you can travel along the scenic highway 72 to get to Mt Hutt. From the main road, it is 14km up to the resort on an unsealed track that can be ice affected or muddy and slippery. It is definitely necessary to carry chains.

What date does Mt Hutt close? Opening and Closing Dates Mount HuttClosed

Season Opening Closing
20/21 Jun 12 2020 Oct 11 2020
19/20 Jun 29 2019 Oct 13 2019
18/19 Jun 08 2018 Oct 14 2018
17/18 Jun 09 2017 Oct 15 2017

Are dogs allowed at Mt Hutt?

Mt Hutt ski field has opened its slopes to dogs. On the mountain were all sorts of dogs – labradors, huntaways, a shivering chihuahua and a leonberger, a even a German mountain dog. … The dog derby involves the dog completing a running race on the snow.

Can you swim in Broken River? But many asked the question about the status of the Broken River swimming hole. We can reveal it has not officially been closed, but water quality issues make it inadvisable to swim. Further, it is now one of the best platypus viewing venues in Australia.

How steep is the road to Eungella?

The road to Eungella is sealed and double lane, and starts to climb after leaving Finch Hatton. The steep 4.5km climb should be okay for a caravan as long as you have a suitable tow vehicle.

What fish are in Eungella Dam? Eungella Dam is stocked with Sooty Grunter, Saratoga, Sleepy Cod and Barramundi. Local stocking group, Mackay Area Fish Stocking Assn, are one of Qld’s most pro-active groups. MAFSA run their own fish hatchery breeding Sooty Grunter to be stocked into Eungella, Kinchant & Teemburra dams.

Do you need a 4wd for Mt Hutt? The access road to Mt Hutt reopened on Friday afternoon, but only to people with four-wheel-drive vehicles and chains. Vehicle access to the mountain was limited to four-wheel-drive vehicles and chains.

How do you get to Mount Hutt? Head north on Main Street towards McKerrow Street then follow Mount Hutt Station Road (2km), Waimarama Road (7km), McLennans Bush Road (2km) and Rosehill Road (1km), then continue along the dramatic Mount Hutt Skifield Road (13km) which brings you slowly and dramatically to Mt Hutt ski area.

Are there lockers at Mt Hutt?

Storage Lockers

At Mt Hutt, we offer secure day storage facilities, check in with our team to secure your locker. Hiring equipment from us on the mountain and coming back the next day? Save time in the morning with our overnight storage.

When did Coronet Peak Open?

Established in 1947 as New Zealand’s first commercial ski area, Coronet Peak has been the home of good times ever since. Bring your family, your mates, your race face or lap the mountain solo, and find your favourite place at Coronet Peak. Ride from sunrise to after sunset and enjoy NZ’s longest ski day!

Can you ski in Queenstown in June? Offering one of the longest seasons in the Southern Hemisphere, Queenstown welcomes skiers and snowboarders from June to October.

What is the ski season in New Zealand? The ski season in New Zealand starts in mid June and in good winters can run through to the start of November. Most of the skifields are in the South Island, with four in the North Island.

Who made Mt Hutt?

The 94-year-old founding father of Mt Hutt Ski Area still carving up the slopes. Willi Huber with Winter Olympic medallist Annelise Coberger on Mt Hutt. “I’m just an old man who’s lucky he still has enough juice to ski,” says Willi Huber, a 94-year-old pioneer of the Mt Hutt Ski Area.

Why is it called the Broken River? The origin of the river’s current name is originally thought to be derived from the fact that in dry seasons the river bed is broken into a series of water holes.

Where can I see platypus in Mackay?

Eungella National Park, approximately a one hour drive west of Mackay, is home to one of the most reliable spots in Australia to spot the elusive platypus – in the wild!

Can you swim at Eungella? Eungella National Park is Australia’s longest stretch of sub-tropical rainforest? Within the Pioneer Valley, walk the well-formed tracks to the Araulen Cascades or Wheel of Fire waterfalls at Finch Hatton Gorge and take a refreshing dip in the freshwater swimming holes.

Do you need a 4WD to go to Eungella?

Eungella Dam is 30 kilometers away from Eungella and you can get there via a dirt road—which is a great idea to drive a 4WD on. The dam itself is immensely scenic and full of activities to do. You can enjoy boating, jet skiing or swimming in the water.

Are dogs allowed at Eungella Dam? Dogs are allowed but must be kept under strict supervision at all times.

How do I get to captains crossing in Mackay?

Head West from Mackay along the Mackay-Eungella Rd towards Pinnacle. Turn left onto Pinnacle Septimus Road just before the pub and follow for approximately 5km until you reach Pinnacle Station Rd on your right (just before Septimus Creek).

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