
Perisher Snow Resort
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Wind: SW 3 km/h
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Perisher stands as Australia's largest alpine playground, encompassing four interconnected areas: Perisher Valley, Blue Cow, Smiggin Holes, and Guthega. With 1,245 hectares of skiable terrain spread across seven peaks, it offers unmatched scale in the Australian snow scene. The resort features 47 lifts serving over 100 marked runs, catering to every ability level from absolute beginners to expert skiers and snowboarders. Accommodation options range from slope-side lodges to apartments and chalets, with capacity for thousands of guests. Perisher's vast expanse means visitors can discover new runs and areas even after multiple visits, providing fresh experiences throughout the season.
Live Perisher Webcams
Live Cam
Experience real-time conditions with this Perisher webcam positioned at Blue Cow terminal station. This live feed captures views of the summit quad and ridge quad lifts as they climb Mt Blue Cow, perfect for planning your day at Australia's largest ski resort.
Perisher's comprehensive lift network includes Australia's only underground railway dedicated to skiers – the Skitube – plus high-speed eight-seater chairs, quads, T-bars, and J-bars strategically positioned across the four resort areas. This extensive system can transport over 53,000 skiers per hour, effectively handling the crowds even during peak periods. The interconnected nature of the resort means visitors can ski between different areas in a single day, accessing varied terrain and conditions. Recent investments have focused on high-capacity lifts at key connection points, further enhancing movement across this expansive resort.
Perisher Resort Elevation
Trails
Total Runs
113
Total Area
3076 ac
1244.8 ha
Location
Perisher sits within Kosciuszko National Park in New South Wales, approximately 500km southwest of Sydney and 180km south of Canberra. This central position in Australia's Main Range provides spectacular alpine vistas and diverse terrain. Visitors can access the resort via the Alpine Way through Jindabyne or by taking the Skitube from Bullocks Flat, which bypasses the sometimes challenging drive during heavy snow conditions. The surrounding high country features unique Australian alpine ecosystems, glacial lakes, and striking rock formations shaped over millennia. At just a five-hour drive from Sydney or 2.5 hours from Canberra, Perisher offers accessible mountain adventure within reach of major population centres.
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Season Info
The Perisher snow season typically runs from early June to early October, one of the longest in Australia. The resort's elevation, ranging from 1,720 to 2,054 metres, delivers reliable snow conditions, averaging around 1.9 metres of natural snowfall annually. This natural coverage is bolstered by an extensive snowmaking system featuring over 270 snow guns covering critical areas. Beyond winter, Perisher's landscape transforms into a hiking and mountain biking destination from November through April. The changing seasons bring distinct alpine experiences, from summer wildflower displays to autumn's golden snow gum forests against crisp blue skies.
Current Season
2025
Opening Day
6/6/2025
Closing Day
9/27/2025
Days Open
114
Annual Snowfall
Metric
2.6m
260cm
Imperial
8.5ft
102in
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