Porters is the closest ski area to Christchurch, just 98km,
slightly over an hours drive west on State Highway 73. The ski area
lies in the Craigieburn Range, a 55 and 62 km minute drive from
Methven via the Lake Lyndon road, one of the most spectacular back
country drives in New Zealand.
Well known for its relaxed, friendly atmosphere, Porters offers
something for everyone. Excellent beginner and intermediate
facilities, home to the Porters Passport novice programme, plus
plenty of on-piste terrain for the intermediate and advanced skiers
and riders.
A custom designed and built terrain park, world class ski
school, and warm and inviting Café offering spectacular views out
over the Torlesse range. The off-piste on offer is dominated by two
of New Zealand's legendary runs, Big Mama and Bluff Face. At 620m,
Big Mama boasts one of the largest vertical drops in one
lift-accessed run in New Zealand.
Methods of Payment
Address:
P O Box 15
7649
Springfield, Canterbury
Phone:
+64 3 318 4002
Fax:
+64 3 318 4008
What to Wear
Warm winter clothing and outerwear.
Transport
Atomic Shuttles provide $25 return transfer ex ChCh, www.atomictravel.co.nz