Make Albury Wodonga your home base for the 2026 snow season. Enjoy the ski slopes of Falls Creek or the snowfields of Mount Buffalo, or head further to Hotham or Thredbo.
Where To Go
Falls Creek
The largest ski field in Victoria, Falls Creek has over 90 runs accessed by 15 lifts. Join a lesson with an experienced instructor or try something different and go night skiing. 1hr 50min
Mount Buffalo
Snow play, tobogganing, cross-country skiing, winter walking, and more can be enjoyed at Dingo Dell and Cresta Valley. 1hr 50min
Hotham
Australia’s highest alpine village, nestled amongst the Victorian Alps of the Great Dividing Range. 2hr 20min
Thredbo
Home to Australia’s longest ski runs and the only alpine gondola, Thredbo sits atop Mount Kosciuszko, the tallest mountain in Australia’s mainland. 3hr 20min
Mt Buller
Over 300 hectares of skiable terrain and 2 Toboggan parks. It has the largest lift network in Victoria with 13 chairlifts, 2 T-bar, 2 rope tows and magic carpets. 2hr 30min
Travel time by car*
Equipment Hire
Auski
02 6021 4511
478 Olive Street, Albury
Paul’s Ski Shop
02 6056 2488
6 Thomas Mitchell Drive, Wodonga
Cross Country Skier
02 6056 6605
2 Kingswood Way, West Wodonga
Ray’s Ski Shop
03 5759 5392
21 Myrtle Street, Myrtleford
Happy Valley Hub
03 5751 1845
5023 Great Alpine Road, Ovens
Porepunkah Ski Hire
03 5756 2213
5 Nicholson Street, Porepunkah
Bright Ski Centre
03 5755 1093
22 Ireland Street, Bright
JD’s Ski Hire
03 5755 1557
Cnr Anderson & Burke Streets, Bright
SkiPlus Ski Hire
0409 062 244
24 Kiewa Valley Highway, Mt Beauty
Bogong Ski Centre
03 5754 4555
228 Kiewa Valley Highway, Tawonga South
Kiewa Valley Snowsports
03 5754 4000
239 Kiewa Valley Highway, Mt Beauty
Yogi’s Ski & Snowboard Hire
03 5758 3377
8 Falls Creek Road, Falls Creek
Bus services
Snow Resort Car Entry and Lift Passes
Falls Creek
Car Entry
Day visit $69.00
Overnight from $138.00
Lift Passes
Adult – from $186.00
Child – (5-18) from $102.00
Mt Buffalo
Car Entry
Free
Lift Passes
No Lifts
Mt Hotham
Car Entry
Day visit $69.00
Overnight from $138.00
Lift Passes
Adult – from $186.00
Child – (5-17) from $102.00
Thredbo
Car Entry
Day visit $29.00/per day
Lift Passes
Adult – from $157.00
Child – (5-18) from $86.00
Mt Buller
Car Entry
Day visit $69.00
Overnight from $138.00
Lift Passes
Adult – from $121.00
Child – (5-18) from $73.00
Things To Ask Yourself Before You Go
- What are the Snow Chain Requirements?
- Have you packed warm specialised snow clothing, gloves, jacket and snow boots and plenty of layers.
- Have you considered the cost of park entry fees, lift tickets, food, accommodation, snow gear, lessons and car chains?
- Have you chosen a ski resort suitable for your activity, e.g. skiing, snowboarding tobogganing, cross country skiing etc.
- Have you pre-purchased car entry, park and lift passes if required. Accommodation and transfers etc.
- Have you checked your car and your fuel requirements?
Wheel Chain Requirements
Wheel chain requirements for Victoria and New South Wales are different; including when chains must be carried or fitted, approved chain types, enforcement and penalties. Check the relevant requirements before you travel.
Victorian Alpine Resorts: Wheel chain requirements – Victorian Government
New South Wales: Tips for driving in snow | NSW Government