FAQs

No! Everybody is welcome to ski, board, and climb at Temple, it’s not just for club members.

Between 9am and 4pm you can make your way straight to the ticket and rental office. When you arrive at Ferrier Lodge you will see the main entrance leading to the boot room. Either enter there and take a right down the hall. Alternatively you can walk around the side of the lodge and find an entrance to the ticket and rental office. After hours, simply find a staff member in the lodge to help.

The lifts run from 9am- 4pm every day. *Note, these times can vary depending the weather.

We are at the whim of mother nature, so the season generally starts in early July and ends toward the end of September or early October.

Cassidy Tow provides perfect beginner skiing terrain. If snow conditions do not allow Cassidy Tow to open, the bottom half of Temple Tow is also beginner terrain. Because we are rope tow access only, you can ride it as far up as you would like, and get off whenever you want.

No, there’s no road. You park off State Highway 73 at the top of Arthur’s Pass and walk a hiking track that gains 400m of elevation to the lodges. The hike normally takes 40min – 1hr depending of fitness. Use the goodslift to transport all your gear directly to the lodge.

No! Please do not carry your gear up the mountain (unless you want the exercise), there is a goods-lift which is approximately 800m west from the car park.

We’re proudly rope tow serviced, utilising the infamous kiwi nutcrackers. If you’re new to them, simply ask any of the staff up the hill and we’ll get you riding them in no time.

The ski-in and ski-out lodges are rustic but very comfortable and feature drying rooms and hot showers. Pillows and sheets are provided, but please bring your own sleeping bag and towel.

A nights accommodation includes full catering by our on-mountain chef – lunch on the day of arrival, a two course dinner, breakfast and lunch the next day. Guests can also help themselves to hot drinks, fruit and toast throughout their stay.

Yes, the on-mountain bar offers a selection of New Zealand wines and craft beers (on tap and cans), plus non-alcoholic options. Please note we do not allow BYO, so leave yours at home and support the club. We accept Eftpos and cash.

Most of the terrain accessed by our rope tows is suitable for intermediate skiers and riders. Beginner skiers and riders can find friendly terrain on Cassidy Tow and the lower parts of Temple Tow. Expert snow sliders prepared to hike will score limitless big mountain lines from the upper ridges and basins.

We rent out a selection of boots, skis, snowboards, poles. It is worth reaching out ahead of time if you intend on renting so that we can ensure we have something that will suit you.

The nutcracker is a metal clamp that attaches to a rope tow. The concept is simple, your nutcracker is attached to your harness or belt by a short rope. The nutcracker clamps onto the rope running up the hill and you are pulled up with it.

With a few tips and a little perseverance you’ll soon be on your way, just remember, if you’re having trouble ask a local or a staff member.

Short lift lines, friendly staff, incredible views and a welcoming community. It’s simply rad, friendly and aims to leave everybody smiling during and after their stay at this off-piste paradise.