In Central Otago, both Cardrona and Treble Cone have 30cm bases on the upper runs, while Coronet Peak and The Remarkables have bases of more than 50cm.

Coronet Peak ski area manager Hamish McCrostie said snow-making was due to start about May 25.

The Remarkables ski area manager Ross Lawrence said some "keen, local freestyle skiers" had taken advantage of the snow over the weekend.

Arrowtown is located in the middle of Wanaka and Queenstown, making it the prefect base for your winter ski holiday. Golden View Motel boasts clean, modern and affordable ski accommodation.