Wanaka is surrounded by mountains that provide some of the best lift access skiing and snowboarding in New Zealand and possible the Southern Hemisphere.
  The winter season for most of the ski resorts in the area operate from lake June to early October.
With a number of resorts around the area, there are 3 resorts that stand out from the crowd that will satisfy most skiers and snowboarders.
Cardrona Alpine Ski Resort The resort of choice for everyone, from your first time ski holiday with your friends and family to pipe riding freaks, this is the one stop resort for you.
The facilities at Cardrona Alpine Resort are excellent, equipment hire and lessons are available for those that are first timers, or those that just need a refresher.
The terrain is made up of 25% beginner runs, 50% intermediate and 25% advanced, there is access to a selection of out-of-bounds terrain for when you need to escape the crowds and enjoy the powder.
Treble Cone If free riding is your poison of choice, Treble Cone is the resort that will make your blood pump! Known as New Zealand's leading big mountain ski resort, you will be amazed by its eye-catching scenery over Lake Wanaka.
On a powder day Treble Cone is the place to be, don't be surprised by the professional skiers and snowboarders that will be lurking in the two legendary basins.
  With Treble Cone's location in the Alps and high altitude, you will find that the reliability of natural snowfall and epic conditions all season will put a smile on your face every day.
Snow Park Is the place to be if you are a freestyle pimp or looking at learning all the skills you need to tackle the parks with the big kids! The world's best pro skiers and snowboarders make their way to Snow Park every year to work on their skills; it is a great opportunity to watch top athletes like Shaun White, Travis Rice and others push the limits.
A laid back Kiwi vibe surrounds the resort, making it an infectious place to hang out even when you're not riding.
The features include a pristine world-class superpipe that is suited and ride able by all ability levels, quarter pipe, various sized jumps, rails, boxes and other random features.
All features vary in size and ability and there is also designated learner's area to work on your skills and to build your confidence up before moving to some larger features.
Where To Stay All the mentioned resorts are located near Wanaka, all within 45 minutes drive from your front door.
Wanaka is a a small resort town that sits on the shores of the stunning Lake Wanaka, for more information, please visit Lake Wanaka Accommodation for all you Wanaka Accommodation and holiday information.