Hiking in the Snowy Mountains

Scenic walks from your doorstep

From relaxed lakeside strolls to iconic alpine summit hikes, discover scenic walking trails across Crackenback, Thredbo and the wider Snowy Mountains.

Discover alpine trails

From the resort

Easy scenic walks close by

A simple starting point for guests wanting fresh air, alpine scenery and relaxed trails without needing a full-day hiking plan.

Lake Circuit

20-minute loop

Enjoy a gentle walk circling the lake, extending out toward the edges of the resort. Prefer a workout? Lace up your runners and challenge yourself at nine fitness stations thoughtfully placed along the path.

Sculpture Walk

20-minute loop

Explore over 20 unique sculptures displayed throughout the resort’s grounds, with many created by local artists. As you wander the trails, these striking artworks will surprise and delight you along your journey.

Little Thredbo River

20 minutes

Follow the riverside trail alongside the Little Thredbo River until it meets the main Thredbo River. Pause at a picturesque grassy bank, perfect for a photo opportunity or even a refreshing dip, before retracing your steps back to the resort.

Thredbo River

20 minutes

This route leads past the iconic Bullocks Hut, a 1930s heritage site down to where the Skitube crosses the Thredbo River.

Thredbo Valley Trail

1-5 hours depending on route

Set off directly from the resort onto the renowned Thredbo Valley Trail, winding your way through alpine bushland and alongside the Thredbo River. This well-maintained track offers gentle gradients, scenic bridges, and spectacular views, with options to continue all the way to Thredbo or turn back at one of several junction points.

Resort Perimeter Trail

60-minute loop

This loop encircles the entire resort, offering sweeping views of the surrounding mountain ranges and a varied walking surface along the way.

Venture beyond the resort

Iconic alpine walks and longer hikes

For guests ready to explore further, these walks take in summit views, alpine rivers, glacial lakes, snow gum forest and some of the best high-country scenery in Australia.

Mount Kosciuszko Summit

4–6 hours return

Starting from the top of the Kosciuszko Express Chairlift in Thredbo, this iconic alpine walk leads to the summit of Australia’s highest mountain via a gently undulating metal walkway and expansive high-country views.

Charlotte Pass Loop

6–8 hours loop

Beginning at Charlotte Pass, this stunning circuit winds through alpine landscapes, past glacial lakes and rugged peaks, including Blue Lake and Carruthers Peak, before looping back to the trailhead.

Dead Horse Gap

2.5–3.5 hours one-way

Departing from Thredbo Village, or the chairlift top station for a shorter option, this scenic trail descends through snow gum forest and open meadows with sweeping valley views. Perfect in autumn for golden foliage.

Porcupine Rocks

1.5–2 hours return

Accessed from near Perisher Gap in Perisher Valley, this short trail climbs gently through alpine bush and granite boulders to a rocky outcrop offering panoramic views across the Crackenback Valley and down to Crackenback Resort.

Illawong Walk

2–3 hours return

Starting from Guthega Village near the power station, this tranquil riverside walk crosses a suspension bridge over the Snowy River and continues through open alpine terrain to a peaceful picnic area.

Blue Lake

3–4 hours return

This well-formed alpine track begins at Charlotte Pass and branches off the Main Range Track, leading to a dramatic lookout over one of Australia’s only glacial lakes. Spectacular in wildflower season.

Sawpit Creek

1–1.5 hours loop

Starting at Sawpit Creek picnic area just outside Jindabyne, this family-friendly loop winds through eucalypt forest and along a small creek to a quiet waterfall. Ideal for nature lovers.

HIKING IN THE SNOWY MOUNTAINS