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Mt Olympus Resort Guide
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Last Snowfall
Sep 27
8d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Resort reportedPast 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
11cm
7-Day Forecast
2cm
Snow Depth
60cm
Resort reportedPowder Days
11
2026 season
Resort Guide
Mt Olympus is a club ski field located in the Craigieburn Range of New Zealand’s South Island, offering a unique alpine experience with a relaxed, communal atmosphere. The resort features 60 hectares of skiable terrain accessed by four rope tows, catering primarily to intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders. Known for its natural powder, challenging off-piste runs, and on-mountain lodge accommodation, Mt Olympus stands out for its backcountry feel and social après-ski culture centered around its hot tub and communal lodge.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Mt Olympus
Lifts
4
Skiable area
148 ac
Longest run
1.5 km / 0.93 mi
Runs by difficulty(15 total)
Beginner
2
10% of terrain
Intermediate
8
55% of terrain
Advanced
5
35% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Surface lift4
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Chill Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Top Hut Bar & Café – Renowned for its relaxed alpine vibe and panoramic mountain views, Top Hut Bar & Café at Mt Olympus is the go-to spot for après-ski, offering hearty food, local beers, and a convivial atmosphere where skiers gather to unwind and share stories after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 5, 05:03 PM UTC
181cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+1%
vs 5-Year Avg
179cm avg by now
+5%
vs 30-Year Avg
172cm avg by now
179cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 180.9 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~180.8 cm. That's near the 5-year average (179 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 5% above the 30-year average (172 cm).
Mt Olympus Season Snowfall
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Mt Olympus Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 211cm with an average of 72 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 39cm | 12 days | 11cm | 25cm | 15cm |
| July | 48cm | 14 days | 21cm | 36cm | 15cm |
| August | 42cm | 15 days | 23cm | 36cm | 13cm |
| September | 33cm | 12 days | 8cm | 22cm | 11cm |
| October | 33cm | 11 days | 2cm | 14cm | 13cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
33.8
Season Average
61 days scored
60
Best Day
27 Aug
5
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
August 2026
- 6027 Aug18cm
- 5128 Aug3cm
- 4129 Aug
September 2026
- 5428 Sep
- 526 Sep9cm
- 5018 Sep
October 2026
- 341 Oct
- 343 Oct
- 332 Oct
September scored highest for Mt Olympus in 2026. Based on 61 days the resort was verified open; this season is still under way, so later months are incomplete. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Current season(2026)
Opened Jul 26, 2026
Scheduled close: Oct 11, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
August
Peak Season
July
Peak Season
September
Good
June
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Mt Olympus
- Where is Mt Olympus?
- Mt Olympus is a ski resort in New Zealand.
- How high is Mt Olympus?
- Mt Olympus runs from a base elevation of 1,430 m (4,692 ft) to a summit of 1,880 m (6,168 ft), giving a vertical drop of 450 m (1,476 ft).
- How big is Mt Olympus?
- Mt Olympus has 148 acres (60 hectares) of skiable terrain, 15 marked runs and 4 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Mt Olympus?
- Mt Olympus is on the Chill Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Mt Olympus?
- Mt Olympus typically operates from July to October. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Mt Olympus get in a typical season?
- Mt Olympus averages 177 inches / 450 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
