Turoa

September might be too late for visit! There are many chair lifts, that’s nice, but at this time of the year most of the mountain has melted down and there are only one main track (Snowbird advanced riders) open, in better days some intermediate tracks are open too. Must be really good when all the tracks are open but unfortunately we didn’t get that this year. There are also less parking spaces than in Whakapapa’s ski field.

Local field, and has always been amazing.Hard to give an unbiased review of this place as I've been snowboarding here for 20 years.So I won't. Up front before you continue on this review is subject to my long years experience riding Turoa and Ruapehu in general.Some things change, some stay the same.Field is unyielding and varied based on coverage. If you time it right you can ride all day without waiting in queues for too long.I've always thoroughly enjoyed riding here, and the whole mountain in general.Cafe's are always busy so be prepared for that, Snowflake especially, but their burgers are worth the wait. Up to $20 fir a burger, bear in mind you're on a mountain.... buying gourmet food no less Priced to match, all things considered.Mountain wide, staff are always fantastic, friendly and helpful.

Visited on 5th Feb 2023, loved the barren views. Volcanic rocks around with small streams of water coming down from above.This one is quite contrast to its winter looks. Not the best but surely worth a visit

Awesome place to take kids or yourself. Epic times,lots of smiles and laughter. Great place for the kids or adults to learn the new sport with an awesome view and epic sunsets to end the day.

Wonderful experience, can’t express in words. However I have suggestion from my experience. Reach before 9:30 to access the parking otherwise will end up with the opportunity when people are returning and you are going up.Or book shuttle which will expensive enough.Wonderful slides and loads of fun around - highly recommended

Great ski field! Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, there is a run for you. Time it right with the weather and you can't go wrong!

Great staff who are friendly and always willing to help!Remember to purchase your passes online before you arrive

Good facilities, plenty of staff at hand who are all very friendly and accommodating. Heaps of parking and shuttle service to the main entrance. Only thing I could fault it on would be steep cafe prices. Overall a pleasant experience, good for a trip with friends and family.

An awesome place to ski in the north island with great runs, parks and back country runs. Cafe and bar facilities. Great for beginners with learning area, sledding area and lessons. If your more advanced you can challenge yourself with steeper runs from the top of the mountain, lots of fun for skiers and snowboarders alike.

Ohakune and Turoa are not just Winter paradises; they are fabulous Summer destinations too. Ride the Old Coach Road, watch a sunset from Mt Ruapehu, enjoy cute cafes and take a walk in some beautiful forests.