How far to the snow?

[TomK]

The lake almost dried up last year. Not a place you can skate on.

Not sure what state it is in right now, but it isn't quite as bad as it was. The problem is over the last five years or so there has been a drought at the summit.

Will try and provide a link or two over the weekend.

It's called 'Lake Waiau' by the way in case you want to do your own research.