Thredbo

Skiing & snowboarding

From absolute beginners to those who prefer it steep and deep, Thredbo caters for all skill levels across 480 hectares of varied terrain. Friday Flat is a dedicated beginner area, with a gentle slope for learners to progress with confidence. Once you’ve mastered those turns, ride Merritts Gondola – the first alpine gondola in Australia – up to the Cruiser area, a playground for beginners and intermediates.  

Thredbo, Snowy Mountains - Credit: Thredbo Media

Advanced skiers and boarders can ride the Kosciuszko Express Chairlift to tackle black (advanced) runs like Cannonball, Bluff and Little Beauty - and the longest run in Australia at 5.6km, the Crackenback Supertrail. Hitch a ride on the Karels T-Bar to the highest lifted point in Australia – make sure you ring the bell when you get there. For an adrenaline hit, brave the Funnel Web, one of the toughest runs at Thredbo.  

Thredbo, Kosciuszko National Park - Credit: Ben Tudhope Jarvis

More on-mountain fun

For an unforgettable first tracks experience, sign up for a Sunrise Session with breakfast at Eagles Nest, Australia’s highest restaurant, before being let loose on the Supertrail before the lifts even open. Thredbo is also famous for its Saturday night fireworks spectacular and flare run with a team of expert skiers and snowboarders lighting up the Supertrail with flaming flares (a family-friendly version on Friday Flat on Thursday nights).

Flare Run, Thredbo

For a challenge, explore some of the wonderful alpine countryside around Thredbo on a guided backcountry tour with companies such as K7 Adventures. You’ll learn important alpine safety skills as well as ride some incredible terrain. The tours cater for all skill levels from introductory to advanced. Before an off-piste adventure, please read these alpine safety tips carefully.  

Thredbo backcountry - Credit: Thredbo

Other things to do

Thredbo Village has a plethora of activities to do when you aren’t strapping on skis or snowboards for a day riding the lifts. The Thredbo Leisure Centre has an indoor heated Olympic pool, waterslide, bouldering wall, gym and squash court as well as Mission Inflatable for kids on weekends and in school holidays. The Thredbo Alpine Museum is a must for its vast array of memorabilia, equipment, photos and documents that represent Australian snow sports history. 

Kareela Supper Club Hutte Dinner, Thredbo

Thredbo dining & accommodation

One of the best on-slope dining experiences at Thredbo is the iconic Kareela Hutte. Book ahead for lunch or for the special Kareela Snowcat Dinners. Another special experience is Merritts Mountain House, where you ride up on the gondola to enjoy alpine mountain views over dinner. For a big breakfast, head to Cascades Restaurant in the village. There are also plenty of cafes, restaurants, and bars to enjoy après ski at the end of the day.

Merritts Mountain House, Thredbo - Credit: Thredbo Media

You’ll find many hotels, lodges and apartments in Thredbo village and dotted along the slopes, many with direct ski-in, ski-out access. Stay in the heart of the village at Thredbo Alpine Hotel or experience European-style hospitality at Bernti's Mountain Inn. You can also stay in Jindabyne and drive into the resort, which takes around 30 minutes. 

Ski In Ski Out Chalet, Thredbo

Sustainability   

Thredbo is the first ski resort in Australia to have its major resort operations powered by renewable energy. The resort has also achieved Gold EarthCheck Destination Certification - the world’s leading environmental certification and benchmarking program for the travel and tourism industry.   

Snow Mountains Backcountry, Thredbo - Credit: Thredbo 

Summer at Thredbo

From walking Australia’s highest peak to mountain biking and kayaking, Thredbo is a great outdoor escape in warmer months.  

Taking a hike to the top of Australia, Thredbo, Snowy Mountains - Credit: Thredbo Resort

Hiking & mountain biking

As the snow melts, bushwalking and mountain biking trails in the Kosciuszko National Park are revealed. You can take the Kosciuszko Express Chairlift to the start of the Kosciuszko walk, a popular day walk to Australia’s highest mountaintop, which takes four or five hours return. The scenic chairlift will also take you and your mountain bike to the start of the thrilling Thredbo Cannonball Downhill Trail, from November to May. 

Ride above the clouds in Thredbo, Snowy Mountains - Credit: Thredbo Resort

Experienced local guides host unique hiking experiences through the Guided Hikes program. These include full moon hikes, sunset summit hikes and the Aries Tor Hike, a 7km walk through the Main Range with incredible views and beautiful reflection pools.  

Please note: Make sure you check weather conditions and check the NPWS website for any closures, and read this Mountain Biking and Cycling Safety information, before you go.   

Guided Hike, Thredbo, Snowy Mountains Credit: Thredbo Resort

Fishing, rivers & lakes

The Thredbo River meanders from Thredbo to Lake Jindabyne and is home to a large number of trout. Classified as a Blue Ribbon stream for trout fishing, the season runs from the October long weekend until the June long weekend. Join a fly fishing guide or tour for tips and to improve your chances of a catch.  

Swampy Plain River, Kosciuszko National Park

Other adventures & events

Follow in the footsteps of The Man from Snowy River and explore the beautiful area on horseback with Thredbo Valley Horse Riding. Whether you’re an equestrian expert or total beginner, there are guides, horses and rides to suit your needs, while you admire the stunning scenery. Join K7 Adventures for abseiling, bouldering and climbing tours, with full-day and half-day tours on offer. Thredbo is also home to Australia’s highest golf course, with 9 holes offering fantastic views of the Thredbo River and Thredbo Valley.  

The exciting events calendar includes great festivals, such as the Thredbo Craft Beer Festival and Thredbo Blues Festival in summer and Rainbow Mountain and the Kids Snow Festival in winter.  

Thredbo Valley Horse Riding, Crackenback, Thredbo - Credit: Michael Scott Lees

Getting there

Threbo is a 5.5-hour drive from either Sydney or Melbourne, and a 2.5-hour drive from Canberra. All vehicles are required to purchase a vehicle pass to enter Kosciuszko National Park. Day and multi-day park entry passes can be purchased at the NPWS vehicle entry stations and the Thredbo Visitor Centre. Thredbo has a variety of car parks close to the village and mountain for both day visitors and overnight stays. For the best access, park at Friday Flat (P4). From there, Thredbo runs a free shuttle bus to take you around the village. During summer months, the shuttle bus only runs during school holidays. In winter, if you’re staying in Jindabyne, you can make use of the Snowy Mountains Bus Service, which offers return travel to Perisher or Thredbo every day during ski season.