Mount Lyford Resort Guide
Mount Lyford, New Zealand
Rated: 4/5 (from 1 ratings)
| Recommended For | Intermediates and Snowboarders. |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 1,750m5,741ft |
| Resort Height | 1,280m4,199ft |
| Nearest Airports | Christchurch and Woodbourne |
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Mount Lyford at a glance
A commercial field since 1991. Excellent advanced level skiing and a rapid development in progress with new building tastefully designed in wood, including new log lodges. Daily shuttle busses run from Christchurch and Kaikoura.
When will it snow in Mount Lyford?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Mount Lyford.
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Mount Lyford Facts, Stats and Ratings
Mount Lyford Rated
| Intermediate Skiers |
|---|
How High is Mount Lyford?
| Highest Lift | 1,750m5,741ft |
|---|---|
| Resort Altitude (Mount Lyford) | 1,280m4,199ft |
| Lowest Piste | 1,249m4,098ft |
| Max Vertical | 501m1,644ft |
Ski Area, Pistes and Lifts
Mount Lyford Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 5 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 9 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 5 | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 3km2 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 6 | |
Mount Lyford Summary
The New Zealand Ski Resort of Mount Lyford has direct access to 24 marked pistes, served by a total of 6 ski lifts.
On the Mountain
The longest possible descent in Mount Lyford is 3km2 miles long.
Skiing in Mount Lyford
Mount Lyford offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Snowboarding in Mount Lyford
Boarder Cross Cup
When is Mount Lyford open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates for Mount Lyford.
NOTE:- Lift and Piste openings are always subject to Snow Conditions in Mount Lyford.
Ski Lift Capacity
The six ski lifts of Mount Lyford are able to uplift 1,300 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Where is Mount Lyford?
Mount Lyford is in Hurunui, Canterbury, New Zealand.
How can I get to Mount Lyford?
By Air
The nearest airports to Mount Lyford are Christchurch and Woodbourne, all within three hours drive.
