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<p>Mount Olympus is a 128km drive from Christchurch, via Windwhistle. It is a Club run field in the Craigieburn range set in a wide south facing basin offering a variety of runs on uncrowded slopes. The southerly aspect means that Olympus tens to trap more light powder than other nearby fields.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Skiers and riders have access to 450m of vertical drop. This south-facing basin offers bluffed ridges, making it well protected from wind. A four high-capacity rope tow shuttles skiers to 60 hectares of terrain, with more avaialble for those willing to hike.&nbsp;</p>

Lodge is located up on the ski area and is available for bookings through the winter season.  Bunkroom style and cooking and eating is done on a communal living basis.

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Mt. Olympus Ski Resort

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