Queenstown (The Remarkables) is a ski resort located in Otago, New Zealand, sitting at an elevation range of 5,249ft (1600m) to 6,247ft (1904m). With a vertical drop of 998ft (304m), the resort offers 36 trails served by 7 lifts across 550 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), approximately 30 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 120 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 30% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Mid June to Early October
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
50cm
Snow Depth
(20")
1°C
-5°C to 1°C
(23°F / 34°F)
120"
Annual Snowfall
(305cm)
30%
Snowmaking
coverage
120"
annual avg
36
Total Trails
7
Lifts
550
Skiable Acres
998ft
Vertical Drop
Queenstown (The Remarkables) offers a balanced mix of terrain with 30% beginner, 40% intermediate, 20% advanced, and 10% expert-only runs. The generous proportion of green runs makes this a solid choice for beginners and families learning to ski.
7
Total Lifts
998ft
Vertical Drop
304m
(998ft)
6,247ft
Peak
5,249ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$87
avg/day
July offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Queenstown (The Remarkables). The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
August
45cm snow, high crowds, $99/day
October
$75/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds
30cm
snowfall
3°/-3°
high/low °C
crowds
$79
day pass
50cm
snowfall
1°/-5°
high/low °C
crowds
$95
day pass
45cm
snowfall
2°/-4°
high/low °C
crowds
$99
day pass
25cm
snowfall
5°/-1°
high/low °C
crowds
$85
day pass
5cm
snowfall
9°/2°
high/low °C
crowds
$75
day pass
Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Queenstown (The Remarkables).
Adult Day Pass
$89
per day
Season Pass
$750
full season
Day pass pricing at Queenstown (The Remarkables) varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Queenstown (The Remarkables) is not currently part of a major multi-resort pass. Check the resort website for group rates and multi-day ticket bundles.
Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Approx. 30 min drive
Otago, New Zealand 🇳🇿
-45.0444°N, 168.8149°E
Queenstown (The Remarkables) is conveniently located within an hour's drive of Queenstown Airport. Most rental car agencies operate at the airport, and shuttle services are often available during peak season.
Queenstown (The Remarkables) offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $40 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $100-180 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $250 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.