Mt Cheeseman Ski Area

ABOUT US Known for our distinctive fun, friendly vibe, Cheeseman is a club ski field that promotes a fun, family environment in an alpine setting, open to the public, offering great value for money. Only 90 minutes’ drive from Christchurch on State Highway 73, our safe, well-maintained access road allows you to drive right to the T Bar lifts. Our mountain has a sunny aspect with groomed runs and off-piste terrain that caters for all abilities. Two T-bar lifts provide access to the whole mountain with a learners’ rope tow in our dedicated learners’ area. We offer; ski and board instruction, full rental facilities, licensed café and uncrowded, sunny, groomed terrain and challenging off-piste with spectacular views. OUR AWESOME LODGE From overnight accommodation in the winter to exclusive hire during the summer, or a wedding in the Alps, our three lodges offer something for everyone. The Day Lodge and Snowline Lodge located on the mountain within the ski field and our third, Forest Lodge, nestled in the trees at the base of the mountain. OUR AWESOME HISTORY Good mates, good times and a shared passion for all things snow and outdoors is what Cheeseman is all about. Established in 1929, there are plenty of stories and tall tales about our Club’s history. Check out some of the crazy shenanigans and tough pioneering spirit in the very readable “75 years on Cockayne”, written by Margaret Rich, daughter of one of our founding members.