 Cardrona is located in the Crown Range only 60mins/57km easy drive, shuttle or bus trip from Queenstown and 35mins/30km from Wanaka. Cardrona is the largest ski area easily accessed from Queenstown with 20-35% more terrain on offer. With consistently good weather and reliable snow conditions Cardrona offers superb terrain spread across three main valleys.
Cardrona is renowned for being NZ’s fun and friendly mountain and a natural choice for families, beginners and intermediates. The terrain at Cardrona helps make it an easy place to ski and perfect for those who are still learning.
Cardrona leads the way in New Zealand for child and family friendly resorts with four dedicated Kids Centres, including two fully licensed early childcare centres for children aged from 3 months to 4 years. A wealth of information is provided for families on Cardrona’s animated kids’ website (www.cardrona.com/kids).
For the more adventurous Cardrona offers the most extensive terrain park facilities in New Zealand with two half pipes, a gravity cross and a range of beginner freestyle features. There really is something for everyone at this special mountain and the breathtaking views are the icing on the cake. | 
