Ski & Board Tukino
Nestled on the eastern slopes of the mountain, Tukino ski area is
Mount Ruapehu's lesser-known gem. Located 35km from Waiouru and 66km from
Ohakune, Tukino is a small club-operated field that combines adventure and a lack of crowds with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Tukino's slopes are sheltered from the prevailing westerly winds and the field is often operating in clear weather when the rest of the mountain is blanketed in cloud.
Tukino has the ideal terrain for snow boarding and off piste skiing and the ski patrol staff can help you track down chutes and make new tracks. Tukino's facilities include ski and snowboard lessons, mountain education courses, a volunteer ski patrol, a ski development squad and club races and social events. Ski hire is not available at Tukino but gear can be hired at surrounding resorts including
Tokaanu,
Taupo,
Turangi and Ohakune. You will need a 4WD vehicle to get to Tukino and chains may need to be fitted.
Accommodation
You can either stay
on mountain, or check out this nearby accommodation:
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