Selecting a Snowy Mountains resort

Whether you're a beginner, an intermediate, or an expert skier or snowboarder, you'll find slopes to suit your experience level.

Perisher and its surrounding villages make up the southern hemisphere's biggest alpine resort. With 47 chairlifts servicing a 12 square kilometre area, Perisher's varied terrain suits all ages and ability levels. The resort features five terrain parks, two half-pipes, and more than 100km of marked cross-country trails. There is a wide variety of accommodation, dining and apres-ski options.

Thredbo offers plenty of attractions for all ages, from dedicated beginner slopes, to long expert runs and back-country adventures. The new-look terrain park gives thrill-seekers an adrenaline rush, while children will love the Snow Play area with tobogganing and snow tubing runs. Thredbo Leisure Centre also has a 50m indoor pool, gym, and childcare centre. 

Charlotte Pass is good for beginners and families. With a limited number of guests in the village at any time, skiers are guaranteed short lift lines. Taking a day off from the slopes? Try a snowshoe tour or groomer ride and get involved in the lively apres-ski scene. Choose from a wide range of on-snow accommodation catering to a wide range of budgets.

Selwyn Snowfields is perfect for beginners. To the north of Kosciuszko National Park, the family-friendly slopes progress across the mountain from beginner to advanced trails. Relax in a cosy cafe and enjoy a treat in the donut bar, while the kids have fun in the Snow Sports School Centre. You can also try snow tubing and tobogganing.

You'll find plenty of accommodation options in the nearby towns of Tumut, Adaminaby or Cooma.