Treble Cone
Website: treblecone.com
Get lost in the world famous views over Lake Wanaka at Treble Cone. As the largest ski area in the South Island, it boasts plenty of terrain to ski and snowboard. TC has some of the most exhilarating and longest groomed runs in New Zealand.
The free riding and off piste skiing is legendary with powder snow unrivalled in NZ. Treble Cone has the terrain for beginners, through to challenging even the most accomplished skiers and snowboarders.
Famous for few crowds, amazing views, great terrain, excellent coffee and powder, TC is the local’s choice. Whatever you choose, off piste to cruising, the beauty of Treble Cone is sure to inspire you.
Statistics
Base altitude: 1253 metres above sea level
Peak altitude: 2088 metres above sea level
Vertical rise: 828 metres
Riding terrain: 550 hectares
Number of lifts: 4
Longest run: 4.3km
Snowmaking: 50 hectares
Average snowfall: 5.5 metres
Lift pass prices: click here
Type of terrain
Beginner: 10%
Intermediate: 45%
Advanced: 45%
Driving time from major cities
Wanaka: 35 minutes (approx)
Queenstown: 90 minutes (approx)
Terrain Parks
Treble Cone now has a permanent terrain park which is maintained daily. Situated in the Saddle Basin at the end of the bullet run you will find an array of boxes, rails and jumps. There are three permanent landings that have been constructed by extensive earthworks, enabling park features to open early season. Eight rails are accessible in the park, suitable for beginners right through to advanced park rider
Features
C Box
Flat Down Box
Flat Down Flat Box
Straight Box
Straight Rail
Rainbow Rail
Flat Down Rail
Flat Down Flat Rail
Highlights
Each year Treble Cone continues to invest in upgrading its extensive snow making system. This year the purchase of new state of the art snow guns will see a significant increase in our snow making capabilities, ensuring a good coverage on Home Basin’s main runs.
An exciting development for first time snowboarders coming to Treble Cone this season is the introduction of the Burton Learn to Ride programme. The programme which uses equipment specially designed for first time riders, a set lesson structure and limited class sizes has been tired and proven around the world promising great results for first time boarders.
Superb Facilities
The recently renovated café and bar facility serves superb kiwi style cuisine, excellent expresso, plus local beer and wine. You can sprawl out on to the large sundeck and be entertained by the majestic slopes & views surrounding you. Sightseers will also be entertained soaking up the alpine atmosphere.
Facilities also include a fully equiped Ski & Board Rental Store, Ski & Snowboard School, Medical centre, Childcare centre, Retail shop, and mountain workshop & tuning services.
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