Mount Lyford

The Mt Lyford development was to construct and market an alpine subdivision of 97 large sections with an approximate size of 0.40 hectares (1 acre).

Its higher elevation makes snowfall more predictable and the ski resort now includes access to Mt Terako (1742 m) and caters for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders.

Birdlife includes New Zealand Bellbird, Fantail, Waxeye/Silvereye, Golden finch, Quail, Native Robin and other (mostly introduced) species.

In early 2001 Mt Lyford Lodge was opened at the base of the access road with accommodation, restaurant and bar facilities.

[3] The 2016 Kaikōura earthquake had a major impact on the Mt Lyford alpine village and has meant some sections on the north-west side of the Mt Lyford Village may now have geotechnical issues, whereas the sections on the south-eastern side of Tinline Terrace were untouched.