Victoria skiing holidays in Australia: Best ski resorts near Melbourne

Mark Barber
May 25, 2018

In Melbourne and fancy a snow fix? Or want to ski during the European summer? Then Victoria skiing holidays in Australia may be the answer. Not sure? Check out the best ski resorts near Melbourne below.

Victoria skiing holidays in Australia

Skiing or snowboarding near Melbourne? I don’t remember an episode of neighbours where Kyle and Jason grab their winter gear and head off to the mountains!

Maybe they should have done as you can embark on some great ski resorts in Australia. And some are just a short journey from Melbourne.

Skiing and snowboarding is actually available in three Australian states and the season runs from June to end of September. Ideal if you are getting withdrawal symptoms and can’t wait for winter to hit the European slopes.

Best ski resorts near Melbourne

Still, if you’re packing for a holiday in Australia and tell people you’re taking skis, they’ll probably think you’ve already had too much sun!

Well here’s 5 of the best ski resorts near Melbourne you can tell them all about to change their mind…

Falls Creek

Great for downhill skiing and popular for snowboarding especially with the terrain parks. Falls Creek also has and 65 kilometres of cross-country trails to get lost on. Coaches travel direct from Melbourne, there’s a full alpine village set-up for activities with enough accommodation for 5,000 people.

Number of lifts: 15
Number of runs: 90+
Highest lifted area: 1780m
Skiable area: 450 ha
Snow making area: 110 ha
Beginner terrain: 17%
Intermediate terrain: 60%
Advanced terrain: 23%

Find out more about Falls Creek by visiting: www.fallscreek.com.au

Mount Hotham

Set on a mountain ridge, there are 13 lifts ferrying people to the top of some excellent descents. Natural snow gets supplemented with state-of-the-art snowmaking machines, and there’s enough variety to keep people of all standards interested and heading back up for more.

Number of lifts: 13
Number of runs: 80+
Highest lifted altitude: 1845m
Skiable area: 320 ha
Snow making area: 22 ha
Beginner terrain: 20%
Intermediate terrain: 40%
Advanced terrain: 40%

Fancy Victoria skiing holidays in Australia? Find out more about Mount Hotham here: www.mthotham.com.au

Mt Baw Baw

Just a couple of hours’ drive from Melbourne so popular with day trippers, there’s plenty of activities for the whole family at Mt Baw Baw including toboggan parks which the kids will love! There is also a big air jump to practice new tricks.

After the sun goes down there is a great vibe at Mt Baw Baw where you can relax and enjoy a bite to eat and a drink or two – why not!

Number of lifts: 7
Number of runs: 15
Highest lifted area: 1562m
Skiable area: 35 ha
Groomed cross-country trails: 10 km
Snowboarding: Yes
Beginner terrain: 25%
Intermediate terrain: 64%
Advanced terrain: 11%

Learn more about Mount Baw Baw here: www.mountbawbaw.com.au

Mt Buller

Boasting an impressive lift network, Mt Buller’s probably the best of Victoria’s resorts. There’s more than 300 hectares of snow-covered land here to explore and 22 lifts taking keen boarders and skiers to the top. There’s also 3 terrain parks and an impressive alpine spa.

Number of lifts: 22
Number of runs: 80+
Highest lifted altitude: 1780m
Skiable area: 300 ha
Snow making area: 78 ha
Halfpipe: Yes
Beginner terrain: 20%
Intermediate terrain: 45%
Advanced terrain: 35%

To plan a ski trip to Mt Buller go to: www.mtbuller.com.au

Mt Stirling

Better suited to cross-country skiing, this destination’s definitely more for the explorers who enjoy off-piste! Unlike the other resorts, there is no resort accommodation, but you’re welcome to pitch up a tent in designated areas. To get to the top you’ll need to trek up, still you’ll be rewarded with lots of fresh tracks, incredible views and uninterrupted rides down.