Ski Touring.
Caution
The rolling nature of the terrain in the Pisa Conservation Area can make it very easy to get lost. The distances are large and in poor visibility and high wind (both are not unusual), navigation can be very difficult. Weather can change quickly, be sure to know the forecast. Backcountry skiers need competent navigation skills. The winds accelerate across the tops and you would not be the first person to resort to crawling on hands and knees.
Kirtleburn Hut is perhaps the easiest hut in New Zealand to ski to. Routes to the hut can either go in a more direct line which goes over the exposed tops, or follow a series of protected gullies. Kirtleburn Hut is perhaps the easiest hut in New Zealand to ski to. Routes to the hut can either go in a more direct line which goes over the exposed tops, or follow a series of protected gullies.
High Route 5.5km 349m ascent
Low Route 6km 280m ascent
Cromwell Faces.
The East Face of the range offers steep and challenging skiing. It is a big day out since it can take several hours to get there from the car park.
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