
Hotham
Weather at Hotham
Low: -0.1°C / High: 7.3°C
Wind: N 21 km/h
Recent Snowfall
24 hours: 0 cm
7 days: 7 cm
Snow Depth
Base: 87 cm
Season Total: 210 cm
Resort Status
Lifts: --/--
Trails: --/--
Resort Overview
Hotham Alpine Resort stands proudly as Victoria's highest altitude ski destination, perched dramatically at 1,750 meters above sea level. Known affectionately as the "Powder Capital" of Australia, Hotham offers a unique upside-down village layout where accommodations sit above the snowline, providing spectacular alpine vistas. With 320 hectares of varied terrain, Hotham delivers challenging steeps, gentle beginner areas, and everything in between—creating an authentic mountain experience that draws both dedicated locals and international visitors alike.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
72
Total Area
791 ac
320.1 ha
Hotham Lift System
Hotham's lift network features 13 lifts strategically positioned to access over 80 runs across the mountain's diverse terrain. The system includes quad chairs, triple chairs, and surface lifts designed to minimise congestion and maximise your time on snow. Our lift infrastructure provides efficient access to Hotham's renowned gullies, ridges, and bowls, ensuring you can explore the full range of what the mountain has to offer. The Big D Express serves as the centrepiece, efficiently connecting the village hub to some of the resort's most popular terrain.
Lifts
Total Lifts
11
Lift Types
3
Location & Getting There
Located in Victoria's magnificent Alpine National Park, Hotham is approximately 360 kilometers northeast of Melbourne and 760 kilometers southwest of Sydney. The drive from Melbourne takes around 4.5 hours along the Great Alpine Road, one of Australia's most scenic mountain drives. Positioned at the highest point of this impressive route, Hotham offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the surrounding Australian Alps. The nearby villages of Dinner Plain and Harrietville provide additional accommodation options and services, creating a complete alpine region experience within a pristine mountain environment.
Hotham
, victoria
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Season Info
The Hotham snow season typically runs from early June through late September, with peak conditions usually found in July and August. The resort's elevated position captures an average annual snowfall of 3-4 meters, creating reliable natural coverage throughout the winter. Substantial snowmaking equipment supplements Mother Nature's work, ensuring quality skiing from opening day through spring. Each period of the season offers distinct advantages—from mid-winter powder days to late-season sunshine and extended hours, giving visitors different yet equally rewarding experiences.
Current Season
2025
Opening Day
6/2/2025
Closing Day
9/28/2025
Days Open
119
Annual Snowfall
Metric
3m
300cm
Imperial
9.8ft
118in
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