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Snow Reports
Conditions are current at time of reporting and can change quickly.
Whakapapa
Ski Area Status
Open
Updated Fri 03 September 06:31 AM
Ski Area Open from 8.30am.
Weather
Presently we have intermittent snow showers and poor visibility, with some strong winds on the Upper Mountain.
| Lower Mountain | Upper Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Wind | Light - Mod Westerly | Strong Northwesterly |
| Visibility | 25m - 100m | 25m - 50m |
| Temp | 0.0°C | -3.0°C |
Snow
We have had about 5cm of fresh snow on the Upper Mountain overnight. Snow conditions on the Lower Mountain are variable.
| New Snow | Base (Upper Mountain) | |
|---|---|---|
| Snow Level | 5cm | 115cm |
Facilities Operating
| Lower Mountain | |
|---|---|
| Happy Valley Beginners: |
Open
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| Rockgarden Chair: |
Open
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| Centennial Chair: |
Open
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| Hut Flat Tow: |
Open
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| Upper Mountain | |
| Waterfall Express Chair: |
Closed
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| Waterfall T-Bar: |
Closed
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| Valley T-Bar: |
Closed
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| Mother Terrain Park: |
Closed
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| Knoll Ridge T-Bar: |
Closed
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| West Ridge Chair: |
Closed
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| Far West T-Bar: |
Closed
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| Backcountry Guided Trips | |
| Tukino Traverse: |
Closed
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MOUNTAIN RD CHAINS OR 4WD
The Bruce Road is RESTRICTED from Scoria Flat.
Information
Lower Mountain lift facilities here at Whakapapa will OPEN from 8.30am. All Upper Mountain facilities are CLOSED for the day due to poor weather conditions.
Mountain Products & Services
Kick start your day with a delicious breakfast from our extensive menu at Lorenz's Bar and Cafe.
Events
The "WoW" (Weekend of Wells) is on the 4th and 5th of September. Jossi, Byron and Jackson Wells will be here showing their stuff.
Registrations are now open for the Export 33 Xtreme, Sep 8 - 12. See you at Basekamp, National Park for welcome and opening party on Tuesday Sep 7.
Whakapapa Snow Report Ph: 083 222-182
Turoa
Ski Area Status
Closed
Updated Fri 03 September 06:47 AM
Lift facilities open 9am - 4pm
Weather
This morning we have strong winds, freezing mist with occasional snow showers. Forecast is for clearing Saturday morning.
| Lower Mountain | Upper Mountain | |
|---|---|---|
| Wind | Mod-strong Northwesterly | Strong Northwesterly |
| Visibility | 50m | 25m |
| Temp | -1.0°C | -4.0°C |
Snow
We have had 15cm of snow overnight on the upper mountain and 5cm on the lower mountain. There is more snow forecast for today and tonight. Lots of freshies for the weekend.
| New Snow | Base (Upper Mountain) | |
|---|---|---|
| Snow Level | 15cm | 172cm |
Facilities Operating
| Lower Mountain | |
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| Alpine Meadow Beginners: |
Closed
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| Parklane Chair: |
Closed
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| Wintergarden Platter: |
Closed
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| Upper Mountain | |
| Movenpick Chair: |
Closed
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| Giant Chair: |
Closed
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| High Flyer Chair: |
Closed
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| High Noon Express: |
Closed
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| Jumbo T-Bar: |
Closed
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| Mother Terrain Park: |
Closed
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| Mother BoarderX: |
Closed
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MOUNTAIN RD CLOSED
Closed at 13km due to snow and ice.
Information
All facilities are CLOSED for today due to strong winds and poor weather conditions. Ladies week is cancelled for today. Good snow is forecast for tonight. - Freshies for the weekend. Check out www.mtruapehu.com for accommodation options in and around the central plateau.
Mountain Products & Services
Next time rent your gear on the mountain. Turoa rentals is open with a great fleet of skis, snowboards and sleds making it super easy for you to get out on the slopes.
Grab a "Fresh Tracks" 1 hour private lesson at 9.am for just $90.00. Perfect for the coming weekend with the snow forecast!!
Events
The Hospitality Championships is rescheduled to next Monday 6th of September.
Get ready for "WoW" (Weekend of Wells) Jossi, Byron and Jackson Wells New Zealands Freeskiing superstars will be showing their stuff here at Mt Ruapehu on the 4th and 5th September!
Turoa Snow Report Ph: 083 222-180
Accommodation & Activities
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