Welcome to the official visitor information website for Methven, one of New Zealand’s premier skiing & outdoor recreation regions just one hour from Christchurch via the Inland Scenic Route 72.

With Mt Hutt Ski Area on our doorstep, some of the world’s finest heliskiing country and six Canterbury ski fields all within close distance; Methven is a snow sports magnet over winter.

Over summer people head to Methven to interact with the outdoors, attend local events or to simply refresh and relax in our Amazing Space which is rural and rustic, yet funky and modern.

The region offers visitors an array of hiking & walking experiences; from a short walk suitable for the whole family, to challenging multi-day hikes for the serious tramper. Other popular outdoor activities range from fishing, hunting, golf and hot air ballooning to skydiving, horse riding, jet boating, mountain biking and 4WD high country adventures.

You will find the friendliness of our locals appealing especially when dining out at one of more than a dozen local eateries from country pubs to first class restaurants.

No matter what time of the year you decide to visit us this website will help you choose from a wide range of Methven Accommodation including hotels and luxury B&Bs through to budget backpackers and holiday parks.

Choose the Amazing Space of Methven for your next holiday!

Red Bull Alpine Cup launched at Mt Hutt

3 September

Along with medals and world rankings, the skier with the best overall points at next week’s Australia New Zealand Continental Cup (ANC) race series will be awarded the world’s first Red Bull Alpine Cup. To be staged in the Red Bull ...

Spell it Out - Shout it Out - Run it Out

1 September

Mid Canterbury and Mt Hutt are celebrating the fact that it's one year to go until the Rugby World Cup 2011 by "Spelling it Out" at the top of Mt Hutt Ski Area on Saturday. Everyone is welcome to meet at the top of Broadway ...

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20 Aug 2010

Treaty 2 U Exhibition It took 7 days to write, 7 months to sign, 168 years to debate … and counting. TREATY 2 U brings the story of the nation’s founding document to all New Zealanders through a unique touring exhibition

04 Sep 2010

"Spell it Out" - 1YR2GO - Rugby World Cup 2011 Come up to Mt Hutt Ski Area today, dressed in black, and be a part of Mid Canterbury's "Spell it Out" event.

04 Sep 2010

Canterbury Slopestyle - Round 1 Two round slopestyle event. Round one at Porters Ski Area on Sat 4th Sept. Round two at Mt Hutt Ski Area on Sat 25th Sept. Overall winner wins a brand new Burton Hate snowboard!

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