Peak Elevation
2,133 m
6,998 ft
Vertical Drop
783 m
2,568 ft
Skiable Area
550 ha
1,359.05 ac
Avg Snowfall
762 cm
300 in
Lifts
3
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About
Roundhill is a club-style ski area above Lake Tekapo in the Canterbury high country of New Zealand's South Island. It claims the country's biggest lift-served vertical at 783 m, much of it reached by the Heritage Express, billed as the world's longest and steepest rope tow, alongside two T-bars over wide intermediate snow. Terrain runs roughly 20 percent beginner, 45 percent intermediate, and 35 percent advanced, with views across the Two Thumb Range.
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Operated by Tekapo Ski Field Ltd
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Roundhill have?
Roundhill has 3 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at Roundhill?
Roundhill has a vertical drop of 2,568 feet (783 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Roundhill?
The summit of Roundhill sits at 6,998 feet (2,133 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Roundhill have?
Roundhill has 14 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Roundhill?
Roundhill covers 1,359.05 acres (550 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Roundhill offer night skiing?
No, Roundhill does not offer night skiing.
Does Roundhill have snowmaking?
Yes, Roundhill has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Roundhill get each year?
Roundhill averages around 300 inches (762 cm) of snowfall per season.
