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What are the Ski fields in Queenstown?
The ski fields in Queenstown are The Remarkables and Coronet Peak. The Remarkables is located southeast of central Queenstown, high in The Remarkables mountain range, and is about a 45-minute…
The ski fields in Queenstown are The Remarkables and Coronet Peak. The Remarkables is located southeast of central Queenstown, high in The Remarkables mountain range, and is about a 45-minute drive from town. Allow a little longer on weekends. Closer to central Queenstown is Coronet Peak, located north of Queenstown, around 16 kilometres from the town centre and about a 20-minute drive. Again, allow extra time for weekend traffic.
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