{"id":3095,"date":"2017-06-12T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-06-11T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wotif-blog-staging-lb-1978096533.ap-southeast-2.elb.amazonaws.com\/vc\/blog\/uncategorized\/aussie-ski-snow-guide\/"},"modified":"2020-07-06T12:31:58","modified_gmt":"2020-07-06T02:31:58","slug":"aussie-ski-snow-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/australia\/sport\/aussie-ski-snow-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Your ultimate Aussie ski and snow guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Keen on a snowy getaway this winter, but don\u2019t know where to go? No worries! Whether you\u2019re a super shredder looking for a new challenge or a newbie snow bunny who just wants to make snow angels, there\u2019s an Aussie snowfield with your name written all over it (\u2018though hopefully not in it. Because ew). Plan your dream winter holiday with our ultimate Aussie ski and snow guide.<\/p>\n

Insider tip: <\/strong>Due to COVID-19, some snowfields have restricted their visitor numbers, closed certain activities (like snow play and tobogganing) and\/or require advance bookings. Make sure you check your snowfield’s official website before you visit.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Charlotte Pass<\/a><\/strong>
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Where to stay: The Snowy Mountains<\/a>,\u00a0Perisher Valley<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Jindabyne
\n<\/a><\/strong>At 1760m elevation, Charlotte Pass Village is Australia\u2019s highest ski resort and one of its oldest. It\u2019s also smack-dab in the Snowy Mountains, with awesome views of Mount Kosciuszko. With beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs, Charlotte Pass is a top pick for skiers of all levels, but a heads-up: in winter it\u2019s only accessible by an 8km snowcat ride from Perisher. Which is actually pretty darn cool.<\/p>\n

Perisher<\/a>
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Where to stay:\u00a0The Snowy Mountains<\/a>,\u00a0Perisher Valley<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Jindabyne
\n<\/a><\/strong>Australia\u2019s most popular ski resort and the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, Perisher is awesome for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Located in Kosciuszko National Park, it\u2019s home to beginner, intermediate, advanced, and expert runs, as well as ski schools, toboggan areas, and quiet spots to chill and build a snowman. Being so well established, Perisher Valley has heaps of places eat, stay, and play, but pro tip: check out nearby Jindabyne if you want to save some cash.<\/p>\n

Selwyn Snowfields<\/a>
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Heads up! Due to the 2019\/2020 bushfires, Selwyn is closed for the 2020 ski season \ud83d\ude1e
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Where to stay: Cooma<\/a>,\u00a0Jindabyne<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0the Snowy Mountains
\n<\/a><\/strong>Located in the northern section of Kosciuszko National Park, Selwyn Snowfields are family-owned and operated, and perfect for families and first-time snowtrippers. Most of its runs are beginner and intermediate, although it does have a few advanced runs to keep the family expert happy. Selwyn has ski and snowboarding schools, a dedicated tobogganing slope (with FREE toboggans \u2013 just bring your access pass), and an awesome tube park. If you\u2019re a newbie skier, or just want to play in the snow, Selwyn\u2019s the way to go!<\/p>\n

Thredbo<\/a>
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Where to stay: Thredbo<\/a>,\u00a0Jindabyne\u00a0<\/a>or the Snowy Mountains
\n<\/a><\/strong>Situated at the base of the Snowy Mountains, Thredbo is home to some of Australia\u2019s longest and steepest runs, including the infamous 3.7km Supertrail Run (eek!). Most runs are intermediate, making Thredbo a top choice for confident skiers on the hunt for a new challenge. Thredbo is also the access point for the Mount Kosciuszko summit walk \u2013 Australia\u2019s highest peak \u2013 although you might want to save that adventure for the warmer months.<\/p>\n

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Dinner Plain<\/a>
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Where to stay: Dinner Plain<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Hotham Heights
\n<\/a><\/strong>Specialising in cross-country skiing, Dinner Plain is 8km from Mount Hotham and all about winter family fun. Every trail is suitable for beginners, making it a winner for both kiddos and virgin skiers. Dinner Plain has ski and snowboarding schools, snow tubing, a toboggan slope, and<\/em> night skiing\/snowboarding. \u2018Cause who says the fun has to stop when the sun goes down?<\/p>\n

Falls Creek<\/a>
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Where to stay: Falls Creek<\/a>,\u00a0Mount Beauty<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Bright
\n<\/a><\/strong>Falls Creek is one of Australia\u2019s few ski-in, ski-out villages, which means there\u2019s often enough snow to ski right to your hotel\u2019s front door. It has some great beginner runs, but most are rated intermediate or advanced, making Falls Creek a dream for more experienced snow bunnies. For non-skiers, there\u2019s also fat biking, snowbiking, snowmobiling, tobogganing, snowshoe tours… So not much, really ;P<\/p>\n

Mount Baw Baw<\/a>
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Where to stay: Yarra Valley<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Melbourne
\n<\/a><\/strong>Want to add a powdery twist to your next Melbourne or Yarra Valley getaway? Then check out Mount Baw Baw. A 3hr drive from Melbourne and a 2hr drive from the Yarra Valley, it\u2019s a definite daytrip option. And with beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs, toboggan parks, and husky dog sled tours, Mount Baw Baw has wintery fun for everyone.<\/p>\n

Mount Buller<\/a>
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Where to stay: Mount Buller<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Mansfield
\n<\/a><\/strong>A ski-in, ski-out village that\u2019s just a 3.5hr drive from Melbourne? Sign us up! Mount Buller has ski and snowboarding trails to suit all levels, plus tobogganing, telemarking (aka: free-heel skiing), gnome-hunt tours (seriously), twilight sessions, and Victoria\u2019s largest lift network. It\u2019s also Australia\u2019s most accessible ski resort, with accommodation, transport, services, equipment, and training for all abilities. Check out Disabled Wintersports Australia<\/a> for more info.<\/p>\n

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Ben Lomond<\/a>
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Where to stay: Launceston
\n<\/a><\/strong>Tassie\u2019s premier ski resort, the Ben Lomond snowfields are situated in the gorgeously rugged Ben Lomond National Park. It has beginner, intermediate, and advanced ski and snowboarding runs, as well as toboggan and snow-play areas for non-skiers. But the most awesome thing about Ben Lomond is that it\u2019s just a 90min drive from Launceston, which means two holidays for the price of one. Or make it three with a day or sidetrip to Cradle Mountain<\/a> \u2013 another winter wonderland.<\/p>\n

Mount Mawson<\/a>
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Heads up! Mount Mawson snowfield is run entirely by volunteers. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 they will be closed for the 2020 ski season \ud83d\ude1e
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Where to stay: New Norfolk<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Hobart
\n<\/a><\/strong>Just a 90min drive from Hobart, Mount Mawson is located in Mount Field National Park \u2013 Tassie\u2019s oldest national park. It\u2019s a small field (only 10 hectares) and run by volunteers, but its awesome scenery and laid-back vibes are well worth a day or two of your next Hobart getaway. Mount Mawson has beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs, although beginners might find it tricky if the snowfall\u2019s been light (it can get a bit bumpy). Make sure you take a day to check out kunanyi (Mount Wellington) as well. There\u2019s no skiing, but there\u2019s usually snow, and the views are brilliant.<\/p>\n

Insider tip:<\/strong> Due to COVID-19, government restrictions are in constant review and travel guidelines may change between when you make your booking and when you travel. We strongly recommend that all travellers seek further information about destinations and attractions before visiting, take extra care and follow all rules to ensure their own health and safety.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/i> PLAN YOUR SNOWY GETAWAY <\/a>\n