Carpool to Mt. Hutt
- Date Leaving
- Monday, September 21
- Date Returning
- Monday, September 21
- Spaces Free
- 1
- Name
- Brian Williams
- Driven here before
- yes
- Telephone
- 0272328788
- City you are leaving from
- Christchurch
- Notes
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Meet/Leave: 7.30am behind NPD Yaldhurst Road. There’s ample parking there; or can pickup on way if in the Northwest of Christchurch.
Late model AWD with chains dual board/ski rack and space day bag each.
If weather or conditions are debatable I will contact when latest reports are released, to get a consensus to go or not. $25pp.
Returning at 4 or earlier if conditions deteriorate, or when everyone is ready.
Mt Hutt Snow Report
Status
Road
Snow
129cm — 189cm
Road info
All vehicles must carry chains. Please watch out for sun strikes on North facing parts of the road this morning. The speed limit on our access road is 40km/h. If you see a line of vehicles forming behind you, please pull to the side to allow faster vehicles to pass. Keep to the left and maintain 2-way access at all times. Beware of sunstrike before 9am this morning. Thanks!
Weather Comment
Cloudy. Northwesterlies developing.
Information
We have clear views across Canterbury. Winds are currently averaging 74km/h, with gusts of up to 130km/h over the summit.The forecast is for winds to increase throughout the day, which may result in lift holds later on.We currently have the Nor'West lift on wind hold and then will open the Summit/Triple once wind allows.The best skiing today will be on the main trails. Off-trail conditions are firm due to the recent strong winds.Please read all signage before entering any terrain and ensure your ability level matches the terrain you choose to enter.
Updated
2026-09-05 at 11:34