Wilderness offers a serene skiing experience with picturesque views, well-maintained slopes, and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Canterbury, New Zealand
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Peak Elevation
2600
Maximum skiing elevation
Max: 6767 m
Vertical Drop
1300
Maximum vertical descent distance
Max: 3167 m
Base Elevation
1300
Starting elevation of ski area
Max: 4000 m
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.
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Frequently asked questions about Wilderness
Where is Wilderness?
Wilderness is a ski resort in Canterbury, New Zealand, at coordinates -43.8000, 172.2300.
How high is Wilderness?
Wilderness has a peak elevation of 2,600 m, a base elevation of 1,300 m and a vertical drop of 1,300 m.
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Resort Quick Stats
2600m
Peak Elevation
1300m
Vertical Drop
1300m
Base Elevation
Best Time to Visit
1.4cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: July (0.6cm)
May
0.2cm
Jun
0.6cm
Jul
0.4cm
Aug
0.2cm
Sep
Oct
Snow Season (May-Jun-Jul-Aug-Sep-Oct)
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