Your Complete Guide to Skiing in Victoria
Practical insights on 4 ski resorts across Victoria, with honest reviews and planning advice for your next ski trip.Charming alpine villages and accessible from Melbourne.
Why Choose Victoria for Skiing?
What Makes Victoria Special
- ✓Close to Melbourne
- ✓Mount Buller region
- ✓Alpine villages
- ✓Snow activities
Best For
- •Victorian families
- •Weekend trips
- •Beginner skiers
Peak Season: January to March
4 Ski Resorts in Victoria
From beginner-friendly slopes of Mt Baw Baw through to the advanced terrain of Hotham
4
Resorts
56
Total Lifts
266
Total Trails
2,730ac
Skiable Area
Filter & Sort Resorts
Showing 4 of 4 resorts

Falls Creek
15
Lifts
92
Trails
1112 ac
Resort Size
1,400m
Base
1,780m
Summit
380m
Vertical
Trail Difficulty
17%
60%
23%
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

Hotham
11
Lifts
72
Trails
791 ac
Resort Size
1,450m
Base
1,861m
Summit
411m
Vertical
Trail Difficulty
20%
40%
25%
15%
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Expert

Mt Baw Baw
8
Lifts
17
Trails
86 ac
Resort Size
1,460m
Base
1,565m
Summit
105m
Vertical
Trail Difficulty
25%
65%
10%
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

Mt Buller
22
Lifts
85
Trails
741 ac
Resort Size
1,375m
Base
1,805m
Summit
430m
Vertical
Trail Difficulty
20%
45%
35%
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Planning Tips for Victoria
From Our Research
Popular with Melbourne residents, book early for peak periods
How It Compares: Similar conditions to NSW but closer to Melbourne
Planning Questions
Best time to ski in Victoria?
January to March typically offers the best conditions. Check individual resort pages for specific timing and current snow reports.
How do these resorts compare globally?
Similar conditions to NSW but closer to Melbourne
What is the best ski resort in Victoria?
For beginners, Mt Baw Baw offers excellent learning terrain, while Hotham provides the most challenging slopes for advanced skiers. Check our detailed resort profiles below for specific recommendations.
Can I ski multiple resorts in Victoria?
Victoria has 4 ski resorts. Check individual resort pages for information about multi-resort passes and connections between ski areas.