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Because of its location in the heart of the Australian Alps, Mount Hotham enjoys the Highest average snow depth of any ski resort in Victoria...if not Australia.
Heaven isn't the only 6 letter word starting with H.
There's Hotham, a mountain synonymous with terrain diversity, mountain-top living and snow reliability. And, it's the only snow resort in Australia with its own airport for ease of access.
Hotham is gearing up for another exciting season – but it's a "new look" Hotham that will greet you this winter with a change of logo, overall ‘look' and fabulous on-snow beginner programs.
Of course, the legendary Hotham terrain hasn't changed - 85 runs of some of the best natural snow coverage in the Australian snowfields, with a vertical drop of almost 400 metres.
Hotham's perfect balance of tree-lined runs, chutes and bowls are just heaven-sent for boarders and skiers alike. Long regarded as "the skier's mountain" and truly "sick" for snowboarders, Hotham can be dynamic and challenging for the more accomplished rider, whilst maintaining an easy charm for the not-so-experienced.
Advanced skiers will love the Free Kat skiing which accesses 75 ha of wild tree lined glades; whilst all standards can revel in the fun of night skiing at the Big D on Wednesdays and Saturdays, 6.30-9.30pm.
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LOCATION
The road between Hotham and Dinner Plain was upgraded and sealed for the 1997 season so that transit between the two villages is greatly improved.
For skiers who want an armchair ride to the mountain a comprehensive transport network connects you with Hotham from any major city in Australia.
If your travelling from up North: such as Sydney and Brisbane you have the option to either catch a plane, coach or XPT into Albury and connect with the direct coach services to Mount Hotham, departing Albury Airport or Albury Railway Station.
From the West: overnight luxury air-conditioned coaches, complete with video entertainment, depart Adelaide twice weekly direct for Hotham. Or for a quicker trip, book a direct air service to Albury and connect with the direct luxury coach service to Mount Hotham.
From the South: comprehensive regular luxury coach services run from Melbourne’s Spencer Street Coach Terminal and Tullamarine Airport via Wangaratta, Myrtleford, Bright and Harrietville.
For up to date road conditions phone the Mount Hotham access line on (03) 5759-3531.
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RESORT ENTRY
Your resort entry payment covers things like ski patrol, snow clearing, and car parking. It wouldn't be much of a snow holiday without them! Day passes or overnight passes are available or you can make great savings on a season's pass allowing unlimited entry to Mount Hotham during the season.
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| Statistics |
| Mountain Name |
Mt. Hotham |
Average Snow Fall |
3 m |
| Summit Altitude |
1850 m |
Skiing Area |
245 hectares |
| Base Altitude |
1450 m |
Longest Run |
2.5 km |
| Vertical Drop |
400 m |
Number Of Lifts |
10 Chairs (incl. 8 quad)
1 T-Bar
1 Platter
1 Rope Tow
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| Lift Capacity |
24,485 skiers per hour, the largest in Victoria |
| Year Established |
Early 1970's in current format |
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