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The Remarkables Elevation Data & Contour Lines

Otago • Mountain

Elevation Range
1585m - 2340m
Ski base to summit

Dramatic mountain range and ski field with iconic jagged peaks. The steep faces and alpine basins create challenging terrain essential for advanced ski area development and mountaineering.

Coordinates
-45.0294°, 168.8133°
Elevation Gain
755m
Data Resolution
1m LiDAR

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

About Elevation Data for The Remarkables

Our elevation tools provide professional-grade topographic data for The Remarkables 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 The Remarkables

All of it is openly licensed under CC BY 4.0, so it can be used commercially — provided you credit the body that licensed the survey, which is generally a council or agency rather than LINZ. Every file exported from here names them for you. Our tools make it easy to extract exactly the area and format you need.