The Mt. Olympus snow report for Aug 01 is a 0.4" base depth with 4 of 5 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Mt. Olympus are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: Friday 1st August - We are Open! We've received about 3cm - 5cm at Top Hut and closer to 5cm to 7cm at the top of Main yesterday. This storm came in wet and sticky and should provide some fun creamy turns on the upper mountain and beyond. In our hiking terrain there will be plenty of goodies to be found! To be frank, current snow coverage below the traverse line is agricultural, three furrow plough sort of agricultual, the sort of things that you'd see at High Peaks Station in the 1850's, but hey, its skiing! Below Bus Stop expect an adventure through sharky waters to get back to Main Tow. Our towlines are thin and narrow, so are for experienced tow riders only it is not the day to bring your first time tow riding friends out unfortunately. We have beds available in the hut so come up and enjoy the Playground of the Gods, Lloyds food is worth the trip alone! Summer Road is for High Clearance 4x4 Vehicles with chains, please radio before driving up and don't forget to bring a towbelt from the container if you need one.
Mt. Olympus Ski Area is tucked into the Craigieburn Range of Canterbury, New Zealand, offering a rugged alpine experience just two hours west of Christchurch. With a base elevation of 1,430 meters and a summit reaching 1,880 meters, the resort receives an average of 450 cm of snowfall annually. The skiable terrain spans 60 hectares (148 acres), with 15 trails accessed by 5 surface lifts. A vertical drop of 450 meters delivers a compact but thrilling descent across natural bowls and ridgelines.The trail breakdown leans heavily toward experienced skiers: 7% beginner, 27% intermediate, 33% advanced, and 33% expert. While not ideal for first-timers, confident families will appreciate the laid-back lodge atmosphere, communal dining, and the chance to ski together in a unique alpine setting. The resort’s rope tow system adds a hands-on element to the experience, and the terrain park and halfpipe offer freestyle options for snowboarders and adventurous skiers.Visitors choose Mt. Olympus for its raw terrain, strong community vibe, and access to some of the best in-bounds powder in the country. Whether you're carving turns on the 1.5 km longest run or dropping into steep chutes off the upper ridge, the resort delivers a high-alpine experience that’s both challenging and rewarding.
