Upgraded Queenstown access road to seal ski area’s future

ONE of the world’s most notorious ski access roads is set for a long overdue upgrade just in time for the ski season.

The Remarkables ski access road near Queenstown is about to get a long overdue upgrade in time for the ski season. Picture: S...

ONE of the world’s most notorious ski access roads is set for a long overdue upgrade just in time for the ski season.

Ski operator NZSki has announced the start of work to seal 4km of The Remarkables access road near Queenstown as part of a $45 million redevelopment of the New Zealand ski area.

The dirt and gravel road will be sealed to just past Windy Point in time for this year’s ski season, which is due to kick off on June 21.

NZSki chief executive Paul Anderson said that the road upgrade was necessary to meet the growing popularity of the area because of the construction of the new high-speed Curvey Basin lift, the creation of new trails and other upgrades.

He said the whole road would be sealed over the next few years as part of an overall commitment to improve facilities and access at the ski region.

“Sealing the road reinforces NZSki’s commitment to delivering an outstanding experience to our guests,” he said.

“We love what we’ve got to offer at The Remarkables and we’re keen to share that with as many people as possible.”