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Queenstown Elevation Data & Contour Lines

Otago • Destination

Elevation Range
310m - 2300m
The Remarkables

Adventure capital of New Zealand, surrounded by dramatic alpine scenery. Queenstown's extreme elevation range from Lake Wakatipu to surrounding peaks makes it essential for outdoor recreation planning.

Coordinates
-45.0312°, 168.6626°
Elevation Gain
1990m
Population
16,000
Data Resolution
1m LiDAR
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Download Topographic Data

  • Contour Lines: GeoJSON, DXF, KML, Shapefile formats
  • 3D Models: STL and OBJ for 3D printing
  • Map Outputs: PDF, SVG for printing and design
  • Data Source: High-resolution 1m LiDAR from LINZ

Create Elevation Profiles

  • Hiking Routes: Plan trails with accurate elevation gain
  • Cycling Routes: Analyze climbs and descents
  • Urban Planning: Cross-section analysis for development
  • Interactive Charts: Hover to see exact elevations

Nearby Locations

Wanaka
300m - 2800m
Mount Cook
760m - 3724m
Dunedin
0m - 680m

About Elevation Data for Queenstown

Our elevation tools provide professional-grade topographic data for Queenstown using high-resolution 1-meter LiDAR data sourced from LINZ (Land Information New Zealand). This data is ideal for:

  • GIS Professionals: Import contour lines directly into ArcGIS, QGIS, or other GIS software
  • Engineers & Surveyors: Accurate elevation data for design and planning
  • Outdoor Enthusiasts: Plan hiking, biking, and running routes with precise elevation profiles
  • Developers: Site analysis and terrain modeling for construction projects
  • Educators: Teaching geography, geology, and environmental science
  • 3D Printing: Create physical terrain models of Queenstown

All data is free to use under Creative Commons licensing (CC BY 4.0) from LINZ. Our tools make it easy to extract exactly the area and format you need.