Perisher Resort Opens All Four Main Resort Areas
Perisher, the largest ski resort in the southern hemisphere, has exciting news for snow enthusiasts. In an announcement today, Perisher revealed the opening of additional terrain at all four resort areas: Mount Perisher, Blue Cow, Guthega, and Smiggin Holes. With a total of 20 lifts available, riders can expect thrilling experiences amidst high winds and cold fronts bringing fresh snowfall. Perisher Marketing Manager, Maddi Ventura, invites visitors to catch the Skitube to Blue Cow for a well-deserved break at Stamping Ground and Top Spot Bar. Let's explore the unique features and offerings of each resort area, ensuring an unforgettable skiing adventure for all.
A snow groomer busy preparing the resort for visitors. Credit: Perisher Resort
Smiggin Holes: Perfect for Families and Beginners
Smiggin Holes, named after the holes created by cattle accessing rock salt in the past, is an ideal destination for families during the school holidays. This resort area boasts excellent terrain for beginners and offers a convenient bowl layout where everyone can regroup at the end of their runs. The presence of various restaurants and lodging options, coupled with excellent weather protection, make Smiggin Holes a fantastic choice for even the youngest family members.
Blue Cow: Accessible and Versatile
Blue Cow, accessible via the Skitube, has undergone exciting changes this season. The Skitube itself has been adorned with a captivating mural by artist Mike Shankster. Blue Cow caters to skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels, with an extensive range of Green and Blue runs. Adrenaline seekers will also find exhilarating Black runs to push their limits. It's important to note that the availability of specific runs is subject to weather conditions, so visitors are advised to stay updated through Perisher's website.
Guthega: A Local Favourite
Guthega holds a special place in the hearts of locals, who often spend most of their day in this picturesque resort area. The Freedom Chairlift offers convenient access to a variety of skiing options, including Green, Blue, Double Blue, and some Black runs. Visitors can enjoy on-snow restaurants, breathtaking views, and the warm camaraderie of fellow skiing enthusiasts. For a memorable alpine experience, Guthega is a must-visit destination.
Interlinking and Mountain Operations
While all four resort areas are currently open, they are not yet fully interconnected. However, the diligent Mountain Operations team at Perisher has been working tirelessly, making use of advanced snowmaking techniques day and night. With each passing day, the resort's offerings continue to improve, thanks to the benevolence of Mother Nature and the dedicated efforts of the team.
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Perisher primed to open all four resort areas - Mount Perisher, Blue Cow, Guthega and Smiggin Holes today!
Perisher — the southern hemisphere’s largest ski resort — has today announced it will open additional terrain at Mount Perisher, Blue Cow, Guthega and Smiggin Holes, making all four mountains of its resorts officially open for the season from today.
“There will be 20 lifts available to ride on Friday and we’re expecting high winds and cold fronts to bring the snow,” said Perisher Marketing Manager Maddi Ventura. “Catch the Skitube to Blue Cow where Stamping Ground and Top Spot Bar will be open for food and drinks and a rest from a long day of riding.”
Smiggin Holes is the perfect spot for families this school holidays with excellent terrain for beginners and for those family members with more skills because it features a bowl where everyone can return to the same place when finishing their runs.
The Scottish name of this area of the resort was the term used to describe the holes in the land created by hundreds of cattle when accessing rock salt left out for them by graziers. Today, the area has a variety of restaurants and lodging options and it’s protection from the weather makes it a fantastic area for even the smallest family members.
Blue Cow is accessible by the comfort of our Skitube, freshly painted with a mural by artist Mike Shankster this season and has a great range of Green and Blue runs, , as well as some exhilarating Black runs – Blue Cow covers all bases for all ability levels, however keep an eye on Perisher’s website to track when all these runs are open for the season, as they are currently only weather permitting.
Guthega is a favourite spot for locals, who end up spending most of their day there to access the Freedom Chairlift, on-snow restaurants, views that will take your breath away and a variety of Green, Blue, Double nBlue and some Black runs.
At this stage, the resorts will all be open, but won’t be fully interlinked.
“Mother Nature continues to deliver the goods, and the Mountain Operations team on the ground have been working hard with snowmaking day and night,” said Maddi Ventura, Field Marketing Manager at Perisher. “Each day seems to be better than the next here.”
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