Mt Baw Baw
Website: mountbawbaw.com.au
Located only a short two and a half hour drive from Melbourne’s CBD, Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort promises fresh alpine air, stunning views and unforgettable snow experiences. From the city to the snow on one tank of petrol!
With an integrated system including seven lifts over 30 hectares of downhill terrain, 10km of groomed cross country trails, a rail park, freestyle features and three toboggan parks - you won’t be bored at Baw Baw. From the first timer through to those who like to be challenged by runs, features and backcountry, the Mt Baw Baw environment appeals to all.
Statistics
Base altitude: 1442m
Peak altitude: 1654m
Vertical rise: 120m
Riding terrain: 33ha
Number of lifts: 7
Longest run: 680m
Snowmaking: yes
Average snowfall: 136cm
Lift pass prices: Adult $59, Student $49, Child $39 Per day. ($5 extra Saturday & Sunday)
Type of terrain
Beginner: 25%
Intermediate: 64%
Advanced: 11%
Driving time from major cities
Melbourne: 2 hours 30 mins
Terrain Parks
With 7 stashes of terrain park features across the mountain and the Big Air Bag, it is the perfect playground to advance your skills. Mt Baw Baw’s terrain parks have features catering for the beginner, intermediate and advanced park riders. This coming winter Mt Baw Baw continues its commitment to the development of its terrain parks with more new features to be unveiled.
Highlights
Wicked Wednesday’s are back, with lift tickets only $50 for adults and $40 for students it makes the perfect excuse to ride midweek.
The Big Air Bag is here and here to stay -with the white stuff or not, the Big Air Bag is perfect for practicing your aerial tricks. The Big Air Bag is a 15x9metre inflatable cushion you can land on from great heights.
New off snow activities: from adding to the adrenaline rush, by jumping on the Bungee Tramp to chillaxing in the new Rock Spa Pool, Mt Baw Baw has something for everyone - even the Girls!
