Snowy Mountains

Snowy Mountains
Australia’s highest mountains, the Snowies are a winter wonderland for skiers and snowboarders. Too low, to maintain year-round snow, the mountains attract hikers in the warm months. Kosciusko National Park, home of Mt. Kosciusko (2228m; Aus¬tralia’s highest peak) and 9 other mountains reaching over 2100m, covers much of the area. Car entrance fees for the park are a steep; take advantage, when possible, of winter bus service. The Snowy Mountains Hwy and the Alpine Way, major routes through the area, feature rambling, boulder-strewn countryside, and clear passage for most of the year.