The Overview
Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort offers a compact yet complete snow experience just 2.5 hours from Melbourne. As Victoria's closest downhill ski area to the capital, it provides an accessible alpine getaway without the long drive. The resort features gentle slopes perfect for beginners and families, alongside more challenging terrain for experienced skiers and snowboarders. With accommodation options ranging from cosy lodges to self-contained apartments, Mt Baw Baw delivers an authentic Victorian alpine experience on a smaller, more approachable scale.
105m
Vertical
17
Runs
86 acres
Skiable
3m
Annual snow
The Terrain
17 runs across 86 acres skiable
Mt Baw Baw spreads 17 runs across 86 acres skiable of terrain. It leans intermediate at 65%, with 4 beginner runs to find your feet and 2 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
17
runs
17 runs across 4 grades
Beginner4 runs · 25%
Intermediate11 runs · 65%
Advanced2 runs · 10%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Mt Baw Baw
The Mt Baw Baw snow season typically runs from early June through September, with peak conditions usually occurring in July and August. The mountain receives an average annual snowfall of 1-2 metres, supplemented by snowmaking facilities on key runs. Beyond the winter months, Mt Baw Baw transforms into a bushwalking and mountain biking destination from November through April. The changing seasonal landscape offers wildflower displays in summer and stunning autumn colours in March and April, making the mountain worth visiting year-round.
Season 2026
20 June 2026
Opens
7 Sept 2026
Closes
79
Days open
3 m
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Mt Baw Baw, and where to stay
Located in the Baw Baw National Park within Victoria's Great Dividing Range, Mt Baw Baw sits approximately 120km east of Melbourne. This positioning in the western Gippsland region makes it the closest alpine resort to Melbourne, accessible via a scenic drive through the Latrobe Valley and Yarra Ranges. The mountain stands at 1,567 metres above sea level, often catching snow when nearby peaks miss out due to its unique position. The resort area borders magnificent old-growth forests and sub-alpine woodlands, providing a distinctive ecological setting unlike other Victorian ski fields.
Where to stay
Search all stays →Hotels and lodges near Mt Baw Baw, powered by Stay22.
Latest News
From the SnowStash desk
FIS Weighs Holding World Championships in Almost Every Winter, Starting 2032
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation is looking at a major shake-up to its title events calendar. From 2032, World Championships could run not just in odd-numbered years but in every non-Olympic winter too, effectively putting a global title event on the calendar almost every season. The FIS Council has approved the concept following a feasibility study, though an accelerated rollout as early as 2028 is also under consideration.
4 Sept 2026
Mount Buller Becomes Latest Australian Resort to Call Time Early on 2026
Mount Buller closes out its 2026 season this Sunday, joining Falls Creek, Hotham and Charlotte Pass in a cluster of closures landing almost simultaneously and roughly a month ahead of schedule. The culprit is stark: Spencers Creek's benchmark snow depth hit 31.2cm on 3 September, just 18% of the 73-year average and an all-time low for this point in the season. Six of Victoria and NSW's best-known resorts will have shut their lifts early within a span of about two and a half weeks.
4 Sept 2026
Tremblant to Add New Timber Summit Ski Sector for 2027/28 Season
Tremblant has confirmed a major expansion of its Quebec ski area, with a new Timber Summit sector adding 62 acres of terrain, eight trails and a high-speed quad chairlift for winter 2027/28. It's part of a CAD 42.5 million investment that also includes a new beginner learning zone at Versant Soleil opening this coming season. The project has grown considerably since it was first announced back in 2020, when it carried a far smaller budget and an opening date that never eventuated.
2 Sept 2026
Mount Hotham to Close for the 2026 Season on Sunday, September 6
We knew when the Bird Bath Pond Skim showed up on Hotham's Instagram that the season was on its way out. It's been a rough one - I only managed two days on snow all year, at Falls Creek - and now Baw Baw, Selwyn and Hotham have all called it, possibly the worst Australian season I've seen in a decade. Hotham's last day of lift operations is Sunday, 6 September, with a Retro Day, Father's Day après and closing sales before the lifts stop turning for good.
1 Sept 2026
Thredbo to Replace Ageing Gunbarrel Quad With New Six-Seat Chairlift for 2028
Thredbo Alpine Resort has confirmed plans to replace its 37-year-old Gunbarrel quad chairlift with a new six-seat Doppelmayr D-Line, targeting winter 2028. The AUD 35 million project will keep travel time roughly the same but lift capacity from 2,800 to 3,000 skiers per hour. It's part of a broader investment push that also includes doubled snowmaking capacity at Friday Flat for 2027, with the ageing Kosciuszko Express now flagged as the resort's next major lift replacement after Gunbarrel.
31 Aug 2026
Aerial Tram Collides With Crane at Alpe d'Huez: 23 Injured
An aerial tram carrying around fifty passengers struck the boom of a construction crane on the route to Pic Blanc at Alpe d'Huez on Wednesday morning, injuring 23 people, three seriously. The cabin tipped on impact before the operator reversed it to right the car. Most of the injured were treated on site, with five taken to hospital in Grenoble, including a pregnant woman assessed as a precaution.
28 Aug 2026
Why Glaciers Are Collapsing - And What Happens When They Do
A deadly flood on the Nepal-China border, a decade-old tragedy on Italy's Marmolada, and an unstable glacier right now above a village near Zermatt - three very different mountain ranges, the same underlying story. Warming ice is destabilising terrain that was considered settled for generations, and the results range from catastrophic floods to slow-motion monitoring situations that could go either way.
27 Aug 2026
Pitztal Glacier Set to Reopen for the 2026/27 Ski Season on 26 September
Tyrol's highest ski area is gearing up to open a full month ahead of most of the Alps. The Pitztal Glacier is scheduled to start its 2026/27 season on Saturday 26 September, running through to 2 May 2027, with the lower-altitude Rifflsee area following in December. High-altitude terrain up to 3,440 metres gives the glacier a head start on snow, though as always, the actual opening extent will depend on how September's weather plays out. Early online ski pass bookings can save up to 30%.
26 Aug 2026
Mt Baw Baw Lift Tickets
Mt Baw Baw lift tickets & passes
The 2026 season at Mt Baw Baw closed on Sept 7, 2026. Check back for next season's opening date and ticket pricing.
Day passes start from A$54, with peak rates up to A$89.
7 pass options
Single-day passes
Adult 16–64
Adult Mt Baw Baw Lift Ticket
A$89
Full-day Mt Baw Baw lift tickets for adults providing access to all operating tow lifts at Melbourne's closest ski resort. Experience family-friendly skiing just 2.5 hours from Melbourne with Australia's best value snowsports passes.
Buy passChild 0–15
Child Mt Baw Baw Lift Ticket
A$54
Mt Baw Baw kids lift tickets (ages 0-15) for young skiers and snowboarders. Great value for families visiting Melbourne's closest ski resort with gentle learning slopes and tow lifts. Australia's best value lift passes for children.
Buy passAdult 16–69
Concession Mt Baw Baw Lift Ticket
A$68
Discounted Mt Baw Baw lift tickets for students and seniors (65-69 years). Students must show valid high school or university card with photo. Australia's best value ski lift passes for concession holders.
Buy passSenior 70+
Senior 70+ FREE Mt Baw Baw Lift Pass
Free
Seniors over 70 ski completely FREE at Mt Baw Baw! Proof of age required, subject to available capacity. An incredible benefit that makes Mt Baw Baw the most senior-friendly resort in Australia with free lift tickets for eligible guests.
Buy passSeason passes
Adult 16–64
Adult Mt Baw Baw Season Lift Pass
A$399up to A$555 peak
Unlimited skiing at Mt Baw Baw for the entire 2026 season with your season lift pass. Early bird pricing available for a limited time. Perfect value for regular visitors to Melbourne's closest ski resort with lift tickets included all season.
Buy passChild 0–15
Child Mt Baw Baw Season Lift Pass
A$399up to A$410 peak
Kids season lift pass for unlimited skiing at Mt Baw Baw throughout the 2026 season. Exceptional value for families with young skiers and snowboarders, much better than buying individual lift tickets.
Buy passAdult 16–69
2026 Season Resort Entry & Lift Pass
A$1,200
Early bird season resort entry and lift pass combination providing unlimited access to Mt Baw Baw throughout the 2026 winter season. Includes resort entry and all lift access - better value than individual lift tickets.
Buy passLift tickets FAQ
How much does a Mt Baw Baw day pass cost?
Mt Baw Baw day passes range from A$54 to A$89 depending on the date and advance booking.
Can I buy Mt Baw Baw lift tickets online?
Yes, you can purchase tickets directly from the resort website or at the resort ticket office.
Are there discounts for multi-day passes?
Yes, multi-day packages typically offer significant savings compared to individual day passes. The per-day cost decreases with longer stays.
What is included with a Mt Baw Baw lift ticket?
Full access to all lifts and trails at Mt Baw Baw, including mountain safety and patrol services.
What is the difference between Mt Baw Baw lift tickets and ski passes?
"Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Mt Baw Baw - your access to the mountain's lifts and trails for your chosen duration.
When should I buy Mt Baw Baw lift tickets for the best price?
Purchase tickets at least 7 days in advance for the best rates, and consider weekday visits for further savings over weekend rates.
Does Mt Baw Baw offer group discounts on lift tickets?
Group discounts are typically available for parties of 10 or more. Contact Mt Baw Baw directly for group booking information and rates.
How can I check current conditions before buying tickets?
Before purchasing, check the live snow report and mountain webcams to see current weather, snow conditions, and lift operations at Mt Baw Baw.
More Mt Baw Baw intelligence: snow report, webcams, resort overview.