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🇳🇿

Otago, New Zealand

Coronet Peak Ski Resort

Typically OpenPeak Season · ~42d left

Season dates, 30 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

5,413ft

Peak Elevation

1,962ft

Vertical Drop

30

Trails

100"

Annual Snow

Overview

Coronet Peak is a ski resort in Otago, New Zealand, with an elevation range from 3,451ft (1052m) to 5,413ft (1650m). The vertical drop is 1,962ft (598m) across 30 trails served by 6 lifts and 700 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 20 minutes away by car. Coronet Peak receives an average of 100 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Mid June to Late September

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Mid JuneCloses: Late September
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

40cm(16in)Moderate

Average snowfall in July, Coronet Peak's snowiest peak-season month.

100"

Annual Snowfall

(254cm)

2°C

July Avg High

-4°C

July Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 50% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

100"

annual avg

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
3
May
25
Jun
40
Jul
35
Aug
15
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

30

Total Trails

6

Lifts

700

Skiable Acres

1,962ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

25%
Beginner: 8 trails
35%
Intermediate: 11 trails
30%
Advanced: 9 trails
Expert: 3 trails
25%Beginner (8)
35%Intermediate (11)
30%Advanced (9)
10%Expert (3)

Coronet Peak has 30 trails: 25% green, 35% blue, 30% black, and 10% double-black. With 25% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Coronet Peak.

Lift System & Elevation

6

Total Lifts

1,962ft

Vertical Drop

598m

(1,962ft)

Elevation Profile

5,413ft

Peak

3,451ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$85

avg/day

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
$75
Jun
$92
Jul
$92
Aug
$79
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: June ($75)

Best Month to Visit Coronet Peak

Top Pick

July

Solid snowGreat valuePeak conditions
65
score
40cm
Moderate
$92/day

July offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Coronet Peak, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 40cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

August

35cm snow, moderate crowds, $92/day.

Best Value

June

$75/day, 25cm snow, low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

June

Early Season

25cm

snowfall

4°/-2°

high/low °C

crowds

$75

day pass

Best Month

July

Peak Season

40cm

snowfall

2°/-4°

high/low °C

crowds

$92

day pass

August

Peak Season

35cm

snowfall

3°/-3°

high/low °C

crowds

$92

day pass

September

Late Season

15cm

snowfall

7°/1°

high/low °C

crowds

$79

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Coronet Peak.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$85

per day

Season Pass

$700

full season

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Coronet Peak is not included on any multi-resort pass in this dataset.

Getting to Coronet Peak

Nearest Airport

Queenstown Airport (ZQN)

Approx. 20 min drive

Location

Otago, New Zealand 🇳🇿

-45.0873°N, 168.7314°E

Coronet Peak is within an hour's drive of Queenstown Airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Coronet Peak open for the season?
Coronet Peak typically opens in Mid June and closes in Late September. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Coronet Peak?
A day lift pass at Coronet Peak starts at $85 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Coronet Peak good for beginners?
Yes, 25% of Coronet Peak's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).
How much snow does Coronet Peak get per year?
Coronet Peak receives an average of 100 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 50% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Coronet Peak?
July is the highest-scoring month to ski at Coronet Peak in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 40cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
3,451 - 5,413ft
Vertical Drop
1,962ft (598m)
Trails
30
Lifts
6
Skiable Acres
700
Annual Snowfall
100" (254cm)
Season
Mid June - Late September
Day Pass
$85
Nearest Airport
ZQN (20min)

Monthly Guides

JunJulAugSep

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