Is Tūroa open for 2026? Update – 9 July 2026
Yes, The Tūroa 2026 ski season opened on Saturday 4 July.
9 July Update – Snowstorm closed Tūroa
Mother Nature is currently delivering exactly what the mountain needs, with snowfall expected to continue through till tomorrow. While that is good news for the season, conditions on the mountain were not suitable for operations today.
The Ohakune Mountain Road is closed at the 9km mark due to snow and ice. Once the weather allows, Tūroa will provide an update on how much snow has fallen and what this may mean for opening more facilities into the weekend.
The MetService forecast is currently pointing to better weather from Saturday onwards. That could make the weekend a much better window, provided the mountain can be assessed and operations are able to open.
Tūroa is not yet open for skiing and riding, but the ski area is preparing for its first planned day of operation on Saturday 4 July.
Early-season conditions are still in place on Mt Ruapehu, and snow coverage remains limited. More snow is forecast from Sunday into Monday, which could help improve coverage as the season gets underway.
Tūroa 2026 ski season lifts operating:
| Lift | Status |
|---|---|
| Alpine Meadow | Planned from 4 July |
| Wintergarden Platter | Closed |
| Giant Chair | Closed |
| Movenpick Chair | Closed |
| High Noon Express | Closed |
Snow coverage is still limited, with the main ski area yet to open for the 2026 season.
The next cold system could bring fresh snow to Mt Ruapehu from Sunday into next week, which may help improve early-season coverage.
Anyone planning to visit Tūroa should always check the latest mountain report before travelling, as weather, road and lift conditions can change quickly on Mt Ruapehu.
