Become a Local Legend at Tūroa

Tūroa isn’t just a ski field — it’s the wild side of Mt Ruapehu. Perched high on the North Island’s volcanic giant, Tūroa serves up some of the most unique and playful terrain in New Zealand. From natural jumps and massive bowls to volcanic ridge lines and leg-burning drops, this is riding like nowhere else — raw, rugged, and epic.

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Ride the Wild Side

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Ride Like a Hobbit, Live Like a Kiwi

On a clear bluebird day, you can see all the way to Mt Taranaki, another iconic volcano. And for any Lord of the Rings fans — Tūroa is right across from Mt Ngauruhoe (aka Mt Doom). Tūroa boasts Australasia’s longest vertical drop and high-altitude, expansive runs — if you love steep terrain, this spot’s got your name written all over it.

But Tūroa isn’t just about the terrain. It’s a tight-knit ski community, complete with a couple of pubs and the notorious Ohakune Carrot. With a national park on your doorstep, there’s no shortage of adventure and hiking.

Join the Adventure

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Shaped by Ruapehu

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Whether you’re carving groomers, dropping into the Organ Pipes, or chasing powder stashes along the Glacier, Tūroa dishes up epic riding. Its unique volcanic landscape creates natural features you won’t find anywhere else — wind lips, halfpipes, gullies, and ridges shaped by the mountain itself. Add in the wide-open bowls, and you’ve got a season of pure progression. From first lifts to last laps, Tūroa has a way of turning good riders into great ones.

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Don’t Make Tūroa Ride Without You Next Winter. Blink & You’ll Miss It

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