Whakapapa
Elevation
- Top: 2045 m
- Vertical Drop: 206 m
- Bottom: 1625 m
- Longest Run: N/A
- Skiable Terrain: 550 hectares
Whakapapa, New Zealand's largest ski area since joining with Turoa Ski Resort, is part of Tongariro National Park, New Zealand's oldest national park and a world heritage area. Whakapapa is operated under a licence issued by the Department of Conservation and is owned and run by Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Ltd. There are 43 trails with terrain for all ability levels; including off-piste expert terrain. The ski area can be broken into three areas: Happy Valley (a self contained beginners area), the "east" side (where the majority of lifts & services are located), and the "west" side (highlighted by the lift accessed backcountry terrain).
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:
14
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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:
2
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Triple Chairs:
N/A
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Double Chairs:
2
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Surface Lifts:
7
Whakapapa Contact Information
Whakapapa
Top O' the Bruce
Mount Ruapehu
Phone: 64-07-892-3738
