Mount Cheeseman, Mountain summit in Canterbury Region, New Zealand.

Mount Cheeseman is a summit reaching 2031 meters in the Canterbury Region. The mountain features tussock slopes, rocky ledges, and scree fields scattered with occasional snow patches, alongside ski runs on its south-eastern face.

Mount Cheeseman is named after Thomas Frederic Cheeseman, curator of Auckland Museum and recipient of the Linnean Medal. The club snowfield on its south-east face, with two T-bar lifts and a learner tow, lies in a basin above Springfield, about 111 km from Christchurch.

The surrounding landscape has long held importance for the Maori people, as evidenced by ancient signs found near Castle Hill and its limestone rocks. This region reflects deep connections to the land that have shaped it over centuries.

The climb is long and demands good fitness and careful planning before you set out. Bring weather-resistant gear and be prepared for snow and ice, which can change conditions significantly.

The ski area is a club snowfield, not a commercial resort, and its two T-bar lifts and learner tow serve a south-east-facing basin. It is named after Thomas Frederic Cheeseman, curator of Auckland Museum and recipient of the Linnean Medal.