Treble Cone

Treble Cone, the nearest ski area to the energetic heart of Wānaka, is conveniently located just a short drive from the charming town of Wānaka, therefore attracting both residents and guests. Treble Cone, well-known for its amazing views over Mount Aspiring/Tititea and Lake Wānaka, presents a special mix of natural beauty and difficult terrain that draws skiers and snowboarders of every ability level.

Apart from being the biggest ski area on the South Island of New Zealand, Treble Cone has the longest vertical rise in the Queenstown Southern Lakes District. Serving both novices and intermediate skiers, this amazing vertical drop of 700 meters offers some of the longest routes in the area, including the 4 km High Street to Easy Rider line. Originally starting as a small club field, Treble Cone was founded in 1968 by skiers Rod Aubrey, Murray Raffills, and Ralph Markby. It has developed over years into a world-class ski resort known for its difficult terrain and breathtaking views.

Treble Cone’s path from a little club field to a top ski resort is defined by ongoing innovation and improvement. Treble Cone was registered as a public business in 1975 in order to finance a high-quality road, a base building, and ski hire facilities among other necessary infrastructure. With the first twin chairlift in the Home Basin in 1983 and a T-Bar in the Saddle Basin in 1989, this development prepared the ground for more ’80s and ’90s expansion. A major turning point was the opening of permanent snowmaking facilities in 1991, guaranteeing dependable snow cover all through the season.

The first high-speed, detachable 6-seater chairlift New Zealand installed in the Home Basin was a significant improvement in the 1995/96 season. This development boosted the whole skiing experience and changed access. Additional developments included new car parks, extensions to the base building, and a snowmaking pond construction.

Extensive earthworks aiming at upgrading the beginning and intermediate terrain in both the Home and Saddle Basins defined the 2000s. By means of more extensive groomed routes and a free novice surface lift close to the base facilities, these initiatives guaranteed Treble Cone could accommodate a greater spectrum of skiing skills. A modest terrain park and a kids’ fun route improved the resort’s attractiveness to families and inexperienced skiers even more.

Treble Cone’s infrastructure was strengthened even more in 2005 when a new fixed grip quad chairlift was installed in the Saddle Basin and a Ski Patrol lodge atop the Six Seater. Investments in snowmaking technologies in 2006 and 2007 guaranteed constant snowfall, therefore improving the dependability of the ski season.

Treble Cone has integrated new technology to simplify the skiing experience. The resort changed its sales and ticketing systems in 2011/12 working with Cardrona Ski Area, adding the OnePassNZ shared lift pass. Tracking guests’ vertical and run count, this RFID ticketing system lets those with pre-paid credentials ski right to the gate.

December 2019 saw Cardrona Alpine Resort acquire Treble Cone, therefore ushering a fresh chapter in the resort’s past. By combining the marketing and operations of the two resorts, plans to provide more integrated services and choices hope to improve the whole experience for guests.

Treble Cone is a portal to some of the best backcountry terrain in the area, beyond its well-kept trails. Treble Cone is an access point used by the vibrant backcountry ski and snowboard community surrounding Queenstown and Wānaka to explore these unspoiled areas. For backcountry users, the resort offers discounted lift passes; Aspiring Guides run guided excursions into this challenging terrain.

Winter sports aficionados will find Treble Cone conveniently located near Wānaka and Queenstown. The resort is conveniently reachable from Wānaka or a 90-minute drive from Queenstown. A 35-minute drive Many ways of transportation, including door-to-door shuttles and flights from Queenstown, guarantee that guests may easily access the slopes during the winter.

Treble Cone has traditionally welcomed summer sports as well; it opens its six-seater chairlift for mountain biking and hiking. Though preparations for summer activities are not yet in place, the resort’s legacy of organizing events like the NZ Community Trust National Series downhill race emphasizes its dedication to community involvement and outdoor fun.