Fox Peak Ski Resort Guide
Fox Peak Ski Resort Guide
Fox Peak is located in the Two Thumbs range near Fairlie and is 195 km from Christchurch. There are wonderful views of the coast and mountains from the hill and wide open, uncrowded, faces to enjoy. Plus, there is the opportunity for wonderful trecking. The slopes at Fox Peak appeal to all levels especially the cruising intermediates. The North and South basins provide more adventure. The lifts are rope tows. Chains may be required on the access road. The Fox Peak season runs from late June to September. One lodge accommodates 40 and there is a canteen. Ski instruction is available at Fox Peak but ski hire is in Fairlie.
Resorts close to Fox Peak include:
Alpure Peaks (4 km),
Roundhill (11 km),
Mount Dobson (15 km),
HeliPark New Zealand (38 km),
Mount Hutt (71 km),
Select Fox Peak Location Map Detail:
(Also see our detailed Weather Map around Fox Peak, which will give you visual overview of current and future snow conditions)
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Trails (Pistes): 17 |
Halfpipes: - |
| Summit: 1851 m |
Toplift: m |
| Beg: 20% Int: 55% Adv: 25% |
Terrain Parks: - |
| Vertical Drop: 680 m |
X-Country: - |
| Lifts: 4 surface rope tows |
Snowmaking: - |
| Gondolas / Cable Cars: - |
Slopeside accommodation: Y |
| Restaurants: 1 |
Acres of ski: 500 ha |
| Bars: - |
Nearest Airport: Christchurch |
| Nearest Train: - |
Tourist Info Phone:: + 64 3 685 8539,
Fox Peak Tourist Office Website |
- Season opens: 14 Jul 2012
- Season closes: 30 Sep 2012
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