Snowy Mountains

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Snowy Mountains

Australia’s highest peaks are in the Snowy Mountains, where there’s thrilling downhill skiing and snowboarding during the snow season. Lively towns and resorts in this alpine region in the Southwest NSW are also popular destinations in warmer months for hiking, horse riding, kayaking, mountain biking and fishing. When spring melts the snow into cascading waters and wildflowers bloom, streams shelter trout and attract many fly fishermen. Vineyards in this beautiful region produce excellent cool-climate wines, and fresh produce is on sale at farm gates.

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The Towns of Snowy Mountains

A rich cultural heritage that's helped shape the Australian identity, the Snowy Mountains are untameable high country dotted with charming townships. This is a very large area, even in Australian terms; Kosciuszko National Park itself covers almost 700,000 hectares, so allow time to explore the townships in this beautiful terrain.

Top Attractions

The Snowy Mountains provide the ultimate outdoor escape — a true lure for nature lovers year-round.

Restaurants, Cafés & Bars

Tackling the mountains at any time of the year can work up an appetite. Whether you're seeking a casual bite or a gourmet experience, the Snowy Mountains' villages and towns offer tempting delights to suit a wide range of budgets and tastes.

Accommodation

Stay on-snow in winter, or rest and relax with a bush retreat in the warmer months. A vast selection of lodges, hotels, B&Bs and farm stays are dotted around the beautiful terrain of spectacular mountains, valleys, lakes and rivers.

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Do & See

Home to beautiful alpine wilderness, the Snowy Mountains present a stunning vista of rivers, mountains, valleys and glacial lakes. Enjoy great skiing and snowboarding in the cooler months, and bushwalking, mountain biking, horse riding and fishing in the warmer months.

Australian Alps Walking Track

The Australian Alps Walking Track stretches across 655 kilometres, following ridges and plains through some of the highest parts of Australia; more than ten peaks exceed 2,100 metres! The Australian Alps are the largest alpine area in the country, extending from Canberra and the Brindabella range, through the Snowy Mountains, and along the Great …

Charlotte Pass Snow Resort

At 1,760 metres above sea level, Charlotte Pass is Australia's highest village. During the winter, the resort town is only accessible via over-snow transport. The ski-in, ski-out terrain allows only a limited number of guests in the village at any time, meaning no crowds and no long queues during the ski season. Gentle slopes …

Cooma Golf Club

This 18-hole golf course has bentgrass greens and top class fairways with the added pleasure of abundant native wildlife to see while walking between holes. Take in magnificent views looking across the Monaro Plains and out to the …

Gaden Trout Hatchery

Covering more than one hectare of picturesque parkland on the banks of the Thredbo River, this is one of the country’s main centres for rearing and breeding coldwater sport fish. Four species are farmed here: brook, brown and rainbow trout, and Atlantic salmon. Learn how the hatchery works and feed the big fish as …

Khancoban Pondage

Khancoban Pondage is a 3-kilometre lake that forms part of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme. Stunning scenery surrounds the lake: Australia's highest snow-covered mountains in winter, blooming wildflowers in spring, and falling leaves of brilliant hues in autumn. The lake is popular with anglers as it holds Atlantic salmon, brown and rainbow trout, and …

Kosciuszko National Park

The magnificent scenery of alps, glacial lakes, limestone caves, grasslands and woodlands has been listed as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.The national park is home to Mount Kosciuszko, the highest point in Australia and named after a Polish patriot and democratic leader. Enjoy great skiing in winter; and in spring and summer a blanket …

Lake Eucumbene

Sitting at an elevation of 1,200 metres and expanding across 145 square kilometres, Eucumbene is the largest lake in the Snowy Mountains, holding nine times the volume of Sydney Harbour. The lake is one of the best fisheries in the Australian highlands and holds rainbow trout, brown trout and Atlantic salmon. In the warmer …

Lambie Town Walk

Discover Cooma's rich history as you take this self-guided tour around Cooma's historic landmarks. This 5-kilometre walk includes three heritage areas recognised by the National Trust including the Court House precinct built in the 1860s; Lambie Street, the first commercial centre of the township; and Church Hill with its examples of 19th and 20th …

Mosaic Time Walk

The Cooma-Monaro Time Walk was a community project for Australia's Bicentennial Year of 1988. Colour and design students of Cooma TAFE College created a series of forty tiles, each one square metre, depicting historical community icons and events. These include Monaro Aboriginals, the discovery of Monaro by European settlers, Mount Kosciuszko, bushrangers, and aspects …

Pioneer Women’s Hut Museum

The Pioneer Women’s Hut Museum is one of the most unusual small museums in Australia. Cleverly themed, it reflects the ingenuity of women in finding solutions to the challenges of looking after a family in early rural Australia. The accessibility and provenance of the diverse collection adds to its …

Selwyn Snow Resort

To the north of Kosciuszko National Park, Selwyn Snow Resort is a great place for learners and families. The slopes progress across the mountain from beginner to advanced trails. This is a gentle way to experience a snow holiday and have fun skiing, tobogganing, snow-tubing or building a …

Skiing

The alpine region of the NSW snowfields within Kosciuszko National Park offers terrain that challenges experts along with gentler slopes for beginners. Explore the various terrain parks of the Snowy Mountains ski resorts. The fun continues in the evening with night skiing. Perisher is the largest ski resort in the Southern Hemisphere, Thredbo Australia’s …

Snowy Valleys Way

If you get a kick out of road trips, enjoy driving this superb scenic route through the foothills of the mountains, passing through Gundagai, Tumut and Tumbarumba. Explore the historic country towns on the 300-kilometre drive and discover outdoor adventure, fresh seasonal produce, and cool-climate wines along the …

Snowy Scheme Museum

The museum is a multi-dimensional insight into how the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme influenced the nation. It highlights the achievements of the engineers, workers, and machinery and the role they played in the development of modern …

Early Settlers Hut

The Early Settlers Hut is not only of unique local significance, but has associations going back to the earliest establishment of European settlement in the colony. The building is of the type erected by squatters in the mid 1840s when they were first given some form of permanent occupancy, and it undoubtedly dates from …

Gravity Mountain Biking

The long ski runs of winter transform into a downhill mountain-biking haven in the warmer months. Access is by the Kosciuszko Chairlift every day from November to May. Offering a completely different experience to cross-country riding, it's the longest lift-accessed downhill mountain-biking run in …

Shopping

From ski gear and chic boutiques to cool-climate wines and fishing equipment, shopping in the Snowy Mountains is easy. You'll find what you need to enjoy the glorious mountains, valleys, rivers and lakes — stunning whatever the season.

Alpine Sports

Alpine Sports is open year-round and offers a good selection of ski and snowboard equipment for hire or purchase. Browse a wide range of clothing, accessories and headwear in store or …

Cooma Rotary Markets

Held on the third Sunday of each month, these markets offer a variety of crafts, pottery, clothing, prints, bric-a-brac and woodwork. Local lavender products, plants, and nursery and garden implements also feature alongside local produce. A jumping castle in the park keeps children …

JK Gallery & Mountain Shop

Find exclusive pieces for your home décor including fine local artwork, original sculptures, hand-crafted wooden furniture, antiques, homewares, and exotic furs and rugs from around the world. The store also stocks clothing and accessories including Scottish cashmere sweaters, scarves, gloves, and …

Jolly Berries

The cool climate of the Snowy Mountains produces high quality and intensely flavoured blueberries. Pick your own at this family owned farm or buy punnets in season between December and March. Other blueberry products available for sale include jams, sauces, toppings, port, wine, and sparkling …

Lavender House

The town of Bombala and the surrounding Monaro region are ideally suited to the growing of high quality lavender. Discover locally produced lavender products while you learn about the history of the area. Essential lavender oil distillations and talks can be arranged with prior …

Monaro Art Group Gallery

The Gallery is operated by the Monaro Art Group and displays paintings, photographs, crafts and sculptures by talented local artists and craftsmen. All items displayed are available for …

Ribbonwood Antiques

Located on the farm of Ribbonwood Cottages, this antique store has a selection of restored antique furniture and collectables all sourced from the local …

Snow City

Snow City's retail range includes a wide variety of equipment including skis, boards, goggles, helmets, gloves, skate gear and more. Their Demo Service Van provides an on-slope mobile service for those wanting to swap or adjust their demo …

Snowy Mountain Cookies

Baked with quality ingredients including couverture chocolate, free range eggs and real butter, these cookies are made without artificial colours, flavours or additives and no preservatives. Watch through the glass kitchen door to see how it all happens in the …

The Apple Thief Cider House

The Apple Thief Cider House in Batlow crafts premium ciders from 100% freshly pressed fruit with no artificial additives. Enjoy their natural ciders along with delicious food and coffee. A must-visit for cider …

Tourist Information

The Snowy Mountains are easy to access by road, air and coach. With such a vast area covering so many spectacular natural attractions, take your time and explore the beauty of the splendid region and enjoy the many outdoor adventures.