Can I drive up to Cardrona?
Driving to Cardrona Cardrona is just a short hop over the Crown Range from Queenstown Airport, so it’s super easy to pick up your rental car and drive straight here! Cardrona is located in a high alpine environment, with weather that can change quickly.
Do you need 4WD for Cardrona?
We recommend you use 4WD or AWD vehicles. All vehicles should carry chains in winter.
How do you get up the mountain in Queenstown?
Getting to our mountains is easy! You can either drive yourself or catch a ride on the Ski Bus. The Ski Bus departs regularly from Memorial St in Central Queenstown for an easy ride up and down the mountain in winter. We have a fleet of modern 4WD buses to carry you and your equipment in comfort.
Who owns Cardrona ski field?
Wayfare Group Limited
Cardrona is ultimately owned by Wayfare Group Limited, which owns and operates the Wayfare group of companies. Wayfare is the new corporate identity for Real Journeys, one of New Zealand’s leading family-owned tourism companies. Real Journeys (as it then was) acquired Cardrona in 2013.
Do you need chains to drive to Coronet Peak?
Self Drive The Coronet Peak road is a fully sealed alpine road. Please drive to the conditions, maintain two-way access and carry chains at all times. Check the weather page on our website for road conditions and car park availability.
Is the Crown Range open today?
Current Status: OPEN and Clear The Crown Range lies between Queenstown and Wanaka. The road over the range, known as the Crown Range Road, is the highest main road in New Zealand.
Is a Treble Cone a beginner?
Treble Cone has great learner facilities for children and adults designed to ensure progression to more challenging terrain. The Nice and Easy Platter is perfect for beginner skiers and snowboarders. Easy rider in our home basin is a popular learner (green zone) run that boasts some superb views.
Is the road to Coronet Peak sealed?
Self Drive The Coronet Peak road is a fully sealed alpine road.
Can you climb the Remarkables?
A climb of Single Cone takes you to the highest point on the Remarkables mountain range. The view from the summit is incredible with the 2000m west face of the Remarkables sharply dropping away to the shores of Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown.
Why is Cardrona called Cardrona?
It got its name from the owner’s custom of shouting gin & raspberry to all hands when a bucket of pay-dirt yielded an ounce of gold. The “Whitestar’ was a dredge that operated in the valley at the turn of the century. Robert McDougall was the famous shopkeeper who established the general store in Cardrona township.
How many people live in Cardrona?
633
Cardrona had a population of 633 at the 2018 New Zealand census, an increase of 126 people (24.9%) since the 2013 census, and an increase of 204 people (47.6%) since the 2006 census.
Which is better the Remarkables or Coronet Peak?
The Remarkables ski area is easily the better place to ski compared to Coronet Peak. The Remarkables is in a valley that protects the snow from the sun and the wind creating better conditions. It also has a cool jump park and lots of nice back-country ski areas.
Is there a shuttle from the Cardrona Hotel to the mountain road?
This summer we’re offering shuttles from outside the historic Cardrona Hotel to the top of the Cardrona mountain road. You can jump on a shuttle from the Cardrona Hotel for a day of hitting the trails, or ride the Peak to Pub trail and catch a ride back up to Base.
How do I get to Cardrona from Queenstown?
We offer a Cardrona bus service from Queenstown, with heaps of pickup points throughout town to get you up the mountain. You can pick up passes & rental gear from Cardrona Queenstown (37 Camp St) and head straight to the lifts when you arrive on the mountain!
Where is Cardrona?
Cardrona is an easy drive from NZ’s most famous resort towns – Queenstown & Wanaka. These 2 lakeside destinations are surrounded by breath-taking alpine scenery & offer a dizzying array of activities, sights & sounds. If you’re looking for the ultimate holiday destination, this is it!
What is the trail network like at Mt Cardrona station?
Mt Cardrona Station’s trail network will consist of gentle loop tracks close to the village and steeper routes accessing old farm tracks and water races for the more adventurous. Tracks range from short half-hour walks or bike rides to longer adventures by bike or on foot making this an incredible addition to life on the station.