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As we approach our 40th anniversary in 2020, it's a perfect time to reflect on some of the people who made it all possible, and share with you some exciting news about where we're heading.
It's finally here – the last weekend of the 2019 Cardrona winter! Let's see off this year's Southern Lakes ski season with a bang...
When we got an email from John back in March, we hatched a plan together... and his lovely girlfriend Kali had absolutely no idea...
We're heading into the last week of the 2019 season – it's time to get those last turns in and join the celebration!
It's been a big week of competition at the SSNZ Junior Nationals. This weekend we are looking forward to launching our Enviro Day on Saturday, and partying with Pengi on Sunday...
2020 marks our 40th birthday and you're not gonna want to miss this – get your season pass NOW in our annual Price Freeze Sale!
We're in the middle of a wintry blast up here and we're about to kick off the 2019 Junior Freestyle Nationals!
It's so important to us to look after our maunga and the environment in general. Read about what we're doing up at Cardrona now, and our goals for the future.
It's officially back for 2019... tubing at Cardrona starts again tomorrow!!
For the first time ever, Kiwi ski areas have come together for one big week of spring shredding with epic deals... this is NZ Spring Ski Week 2019!
Tomorrow we're kicking off the first-ever NZ-wide Spring Ski Week, we've had some great turns today, and the Monster Energy Jossi Wells invitational finishes this weekend!
We asked NZ Freeride Team skier Manu Barnard for his favourite spots at Cardrona for big mountain riding – here's what he had to say!
Are you ready for this week's Monster Energy Jossi Wells Invitational? Canada's Noah Morrison sure is – he comes for it every year and this is why...
Spring is here, and so is the 2019 Monster Energy Jossi Wells Invitational!
Spring's almost here, and so is Father's Day – so here's our list of why your dad should be skiing and snowboarding to celebrate...
It's not every day you get tips from World Cup-winning snowboarders... here's Chris Corning, fresh off his Winter Games NZ victory in Big Air, to give you some pointers on hitting jumps!
Are you coming up to the mountain with your friends or family and not planning on skiing? Here are our top 5 non-ski activities to do on the mountain at Cardrona!
Looking for the ultimate guide to watching the Winter Games NZ at Cardrona? Find out all about the biggest event on our calendar here!
Next week we're kicking off the Winter Games NZ at Cardrona – we can't wait to check out all the action on the mountain!
This year's Monster Energy Jossi Wells Invitational is just around the corner... are you coming up to watch?
To help you preserve those precious memories of your Cardrona family ski holiday, we asked the team at GoPro for their tips on how to capture some sweet GoPro photos and videos for the family album!
Thanks to last week's snowfall, a whole lot of snowmaking, and some very cool technology, Valley View opened for 2019 on Wednesday!
Want to know what Cardrona ski trails to head down to take your skiing or snowboarding to the next level? Instructor Russ Kauff has got the ultimate low-down on where to go and when!!
Winter is well and truly back! We've had 37cm of fresh snow, with massive wind drifts and more on the way!
We've sounded a bit like a broken record this week, but it's been sun, sun and more sun up here to finish off July!!
The July school holidays are officially over and everyone is back skiing and riding this Saturday!
Ever wondered how Shapeshifter frontman P.Digsss shreds his home mountain? We had a chat to the man himself to find out!
Teaching your mates to ski and snowboard? We've got 10 easy steps to help you out!
The Aussies are here, now it's time to add the Kiwis into the mix for the July School Holidays at Cardrona...
Whatever the conditions, the longer you can stay warm and dry, the more fun you’ll have in winter’s playground. We asked the experts at icebreaker for their top tips on what layers to wear for all-day comfort.
The Aussies are here, now it's time to add the Kiwis into the mix for the July School Holidays at Cardrona...
We're so excited to get skiing and snowboarding out at Captain's – it's opening this weekend!
Check out our top 5 tips to fuel your ski or snowboard addiction... without breaking the bank!
It’s not easy knowing what gear to bring for your first family ski holiday. Here are our top tips for essentials that won’t break the bank!
Queenstown Winter Festival has kicked off and we're opening Whitestar this weekend!!
We asked travel blogger, influencer and huge Cardrona fan, Young Adventuress, for her top tips for skiing, snowboarding and more at Cardrona. This is what she had to say!
The first "What's On" blog for 2019 – this week we're all about the Real Journeys Queenstown Winter Festival and what to expect in our early-season conditions.
Cardrona ski instructor Russ Kauff has a few tips to get ready for the upcoming winter season, & make the most of it while you're here!
We’ve got important news to share about the Pringles development for the upcoming winter.
We're doing the first ever Wanaka Relay for Life & we'd love you to come on board!
Check out the video recap from the first ever Cardrona Super D!
Our Cardrona Bike School instructors are a motley crew with tips, skills & laughs to share - meet the team!
The 5th annual Mega Avalanche was a battle of Kiwi mountain biking legends.. & it did NOT disappoint!
There's so much to do at Cardrona in summer, so we've made you a list of "must-dos" for 2019!
Coming mountain biking at Cardrona this summer? Here’s everything you’re gonna need for a day out in the Bike Park!
Check out the photo gallery for the 2018 Dirtstar Downhill!
Check out our top 5 tips for getting ready for the mountain biking season...
The summer season is fast approaching - we open Dec. 1! Here's all the new stuff for this summer at Cardrona...
Read all about our developments for the Winter 2019 season!
Go behind the scenes with the team that makes events like the Audi quattro Winter Games NZ happen!
We asked some local kids what they thought Cardrona would look like when they're grown-ups - this is what they had to say.
Read our Snow Sports School's top tips for skiing in spring snow conditions!
Check out the livestream for the 3rd annual Jossi Wells Invitational!
Wanaka has produced an uncanny number of talented freeskiing brothers who are all achieving big things on the world stage.
Our top picks for what to do in the spring school holidays in Queenstown & Wanaka. There’s something for everyone!
We had a chat to Olympic bronze medallist, snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott, about her career so far, & her hopes for the future.
Learn more about Adaptive snow sports with this piece from our Heart of Gold magazine by Snow Sports NZ's Alex Kerr!
With so many options, buying a snowboard can be overwhelming... so we asked the legends at Burton NZ for their top tips!
Check out our Snow Sports School's top 5 tips for carving on skis like a boss!
Summer 2019 is set to be another busy one of developments up here at Cardrona – we've got a new lift & advanced terrain going in at "Pringles"!
Learn how to fit 3 types of chains the easy way with chain expert Tiggy.
Make your family snow trip easy peasy – here are our 5 Top Tips for skiing with your kids on your Queenstown or Wanaka holiday!
Young Adventuress tells her story of Cardrona After Dark - mountain prep, stargazing & more, for our 2018 Heart of Gold magazine.
Building a road to a ski area is no easy feat... find out why & how John & Mary Lee built their road to Cardrona Alpine Resort back in the 1970s!
Yup, you heard right… we’re gonna be skiing & snowboarding in Soho Basin!
Pro snowboarder Christy Prior is one of the smoothest riders out there... this is her Cardrona!
Watch the full livestream of the Cardrona Legends of Steel rail jam, part of the 2018 Real Journeys Queenstown Winter Festival.
Read the Heart of Gold Magazine online, or pick up your free copy on the mountain!