Porters Lodge, Christchurch: An easy alpine escapeMichael Hayward/Supplied A little over an hour’s drive from Christchurch, Porters Lodge offers a comfortable base from which to explore tracks through lush forest and golden tussocks. We're basing ourselves in the Porters Lodge, now open year round since the Porters Ski Area took over its management from the local ski club. Michael Hayward/Supplied Jenny Warnock rides the Porters Flow Trail at Porters Lodge in Castle Hill. Michael Hayward/Supplied The view of Lake Coleridge from the top of Porters Ski Fieldwhile on a 4WD safari with Porters Lodge. Michael Hayward/Supplied The food at Porters Lodge, Castle Hill.

Source: Stuff April 26, 2018 16:52 UTC