Coronet Peak
New Zealand's most famous ski area, ten minutes from Queenstown, with long lake and mountain views from most lifts.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
450m (1,476ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
1,649m (5,410ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
1,168m (3,832ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
150cm (59in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
25
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
8
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Resort Size
280 ha
Total groomed and patrolled terrain
Terrain Breakdown
The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.
Beginner
25%
Intermediate
50%
Advanced
25%
Best For
Location
Coronet Peak sits in New Zealand's Southern Alps, high in the Otago region of the South Island near Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. This is mid-mountain alpine terrain, set above the surrounding valley with open views across lakes and ranges.
Getting there
Easy to reach
Fly into Queenstown (ZQN), about 25 minutes from the resort by road.
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