Rainbow
Elevation
- Top: 536 m
- Vertical Drop: 98 m
- Bottom: 469 m
- Longest Run: N/A
- Skiable Terrain: 300 hectares
The Southern Alps of the South Island are host to a number of superb ski resorts. One of which is Rainbow Ski Area near St Arnaud, overlooking Nelson Lakes National Park with its extensive beech forest and beautiful Lake Rotoiti. There are 300 skiable hectares accessed by 5 lifts with terrain for every level of skier and snowboarder. Rainbow is approximately 32 kilometers from St. Arnaud. Ski season usually runs from late June to mid October.
Important Dates
- Projected Days Open: N/A
- Days Open Last Year: N/A
- Years Open: 12
- Average Snowfall: N/A
Terrain Type
Beginner Runs:  25%
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Intermediate Runs:  50%
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Advanced Runs:  25%
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Expert Runs:  0%
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Lifts
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Total # Of Lifts:
5
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Gondolas & Trams:
N/A
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High Speed Sixes:
N/A
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High Speed Quads:
N/A
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Quad Chairs:
N/A
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Triple Chairs:
N/A
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Double Chairs:
N/A
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Surface Lifts:
5
Rainbow Contact Information
Rainbow Ski Area
Access road turns off from SH63
St Arnaud
7150
Phone: 64-03-521-1861
