The Coronet Peak snow report for Aug 25 is a 24" base depth with 8 of 8 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Coronet Peak are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: Today at Coronet Peak
26 Aug 2026 – It's snowing at Coronet Peak and it's set to keep falling all day, with 10cm and counting already sitting on top of the mountain this morning. Overnight rain soaked into the base first, so early laps are soft and spring-like, but expect that to firm up into fresh cover as the snow keeps stacking through the day. Precipitation is heaviest around midday, temperatures are hovering just below zero, and the wind has eased off — dress warm, bring low-light lenses and a spare layer, and know that visibility will come and go as the weather rolls through.
All eight lifts are running today: Coronet Express, Greengates Express, Meadows Learner Express, Rocky Gully T-bar, Magic Carpet Conveyor, Beginner Carpet Conveyor, Kidszone carpet and Skiwiland Conveyor. Trails are open across the mountain, from Fun Zone, Dirty Four and Donkey Serenade to West Gates, Out Wide and the M1/Wall Street/Million Dollar groomed network. Ego Alley is the one trail sitting closed, and riders heading toward Easy Rider or Race Arena near Rocky T-bar should take care, with race training underway in that area this morning.
Tuck Rail garden terrain park is open, though it's mid re-set, while the Walkabout Terrain Park stays closed. First Tracks is running, and with tonight being a Wednesday, night skiing is on. The Sightseeing Gondola, snow sledding, and Heidi's Hot Tub are all open for non-skiers, along with rentals, the ski and board workshop, retail, and most food and drink outlets — only the Aperol Ice Bar is closed today. The road up is chain-free for now, but carry chains regardless as the weather keeps shifting. Look ahead to Saturday the 29th for Angel Hour at Heidi's Hut, with free shuttles running from the top of Car Park 1 from 11:30am.
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Coronet Peak is located just 20 minutes from Queenstown in Otago, New Zealand, making it one of the most accessible ski resorts in the Southern Hemisphere. With a base elevation of 1,187 meters and a summit reaching 1,649 meters, the resort spans 280 hectares (692 acres) and receives an average of 197 cm of snowfall annually. Its extensive snowmaking system ensures reliable coverage throughout the season, which typically runs from June to early October.The mountain features 38 trails served by 8 lifts, including high-speed sixes, quads, and surface lifts. Trail difficulty is well-balanced: 17% beginner, 50% intermediate, 26% advanced, and 21% expert. Families will appreciate the dedicated beginner zone with a covered magic carpet, tubing lanes, and ski school programs. Freestyle riders can explore two terrain parks, while night skiing adds a unique twist to the experience on select evenings.Visitors choose Coronet Peak for its proximity to Queenstown, panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables, and terrain that caters to all skill levels. Whether you're cruising the 2.4 km longest run or carving through natural gullies and rollers, the resort offers a dynamic alpine experience with modern facilities and a vibrant après-ski scene.
