Introducing the courses of NASPA Ski Garden
NASPA Ski Garden offers a selection of ski course catering for varying skier skill levels - from gentle beginner slopes to some ungroomed steep mogul runs. The runs are serviced by five ski lifts (two quad, one triple and two pair lifts). There is also a special NASPA Kids Garden and an area for ‘playing in the snow’.
A Course
Average Slope Gradient | 13° |
Steepest Slope Gradient | 25° |
Course Length | 340 metres |
A Course is the closest to NASPA New Otani hotel and suitable for upper beginners and above. The course is served by the Number 1 triple lift carrying up to three people. An SAJ B-level approved mogul course can be found by the side of the lift.
B Course
Average Slope Gradient | 10° |
Steepest Slope Gradient | 18° |
Course Length | 400 metres |
B Course is good for practicing technique and is also serviced by the Number 1 triple lift. A Course and B Course are open until 7pm on special days during the season - more info here.
C Course
Average Slope Gradient | 21° |
Steepest Slope Gradient | 30° |
Course Length | 480 metres |
C Course is the most challenging course at NASPA Ski Garden, with a steep gradient and often some large moguls to challenge. Sometimes moguls, sometimes untouched powder - look forward to checking the conditions on any given day. Beginners should avoid this course. Course C is used for the SAJ Level 1 Badge Test.
D Course
Average Slope Gradient | 16° |
Steepest Slope Gradient | 38° |
Course Length | 750 metres |
D Course also offers un-groomed snow conditions. This course has a steepest gradient of 38 degrees - the steepest at the resort. Conditions can get deep after a snowfall... be prepared!
E Course
Average Slope Gradient | 15° |
Steepest Slope Gradient | 30° |
Course Length | 800 metres |
E Course is an un-groomed course offering a decent challenge for intermediate skiers. Good for short and medium turns. The lower part of this course joins the beginner F Course at the bottom and so care needs to be taken in that area.
Course F
Average Slope Gradient | 7° |
Steepest Slope Gradient | 12° |
Course Length | 600 metres |
This gentle course goes back to the base of the resort and is suitable for beginners. The gentle slopes are suited to those learning to ski and gaining confidence.
Course G
Average Slope Gradient | 14° |
Steepest Slope Gradient | 27° |
Course Length | 580 metres |
The widest course at NASPA Ski Garden with plenty of space for high speeds and wide curving turns. A number of slope-style items can be found at the side of this course including kicker, box and rail.
Course H
Average Slope Gradient | 9° |
Steepest Slope Gradient | 20° |
Course Length | 1600 metres |
A long course going round the back side area of NASPA Ski Garden, giving beginners a course of up to 2200m in length when combined with F Course. A fun wave course area can be found on part of this course.