Broken River
Broken River, New Zealand
Broken River has no new snow today; the snow surface is slush. Today's forecast is clear sky, with a high near 9°C and a low around -1°C. The resort is currently open for the season, with lifts running 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. It sits in the Southern Alps, with 400 m · 1,310 ft of vertical drop. The Broken River ski season runs from July 10, 2026 to October 4, 2026.
Snow forecast
1°Ice
8°Slush
8°Slush
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Unlock in Snow DaysElevation
- Base elevation
- 1,420 m · 4,660 ft
- Summit · Nervous Knob
- 1,820 m · 5,970 ft
- Vertical drop
- 400 m · 1,310 ft
- Mountain range
- Southern Alps
Lifts & season
- Season
- Jul 10 – Oct 4
- Lift hours
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Parking
Official Getting Here: 6 km unsealed Broken River Road through beech forest to the main car park (Hanomag car park); carry chains even with 4WD. Campervans not suitable on the road—park at entrance near SH73. Tyndall Tram from Hanomag to ticket office (~4 min; winter windows 8:30–11:30am and 3:30–5:30pm). No day-parking fee or booking published—omit rates[].
Frequently asked
- When does Broken River open for the season?
- Broken River's ski season runs from July 10, 2026 to October 4, 2026.
- What are the lift hours at Broken River?
- Lifts run 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (local time). Hours can vary with weather and holidays.
- Is Broken River open right now?
- Yes — Broken River is currently open for the season. Check the live snow forecast above before you head out.
- Is there parking at Broken River?
- Yes — Broken River has parking. Parking is free. No reservation is required.
- Where is Broken River and how high is it?
- Broken River is a ski resort in Broken River, New Zealand, in the Southern Alps. Its base sits at 1,420 m · 4,660 ft, rising to a summit of 1,820 m · 5,970 ft at Nervous Knob, giving a vertical drop of 400 m · 1,310 ft.