List of Bushwalks in Kosciuszko National Park

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Charlotte Pass to Village Dam

Charlotte Pass to Village Dam

810 m return

20 min to 30 min

This short, leisurely walk starts at the bottom of the Kangaroo Ridge Triple Chairlift, just on the edge of the village. The walk follows the faint grassy service trail around the edge of the great snow gum forest to the small dam in Spencers Creek, not far from the village. This is a great walk for those at the village who want a relaxing stroll. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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This return walk in Yarrangobilly area in Kosciuszko National Park takes you from the end of Thermal Pool Trail Road to the pools surrounded by nature and heated to 27ºC by a natural spring. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Thermal Pool Walk

1.4 km return

40 min to 45 min

Swim

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On this walk, you will explore a historic section of the Thredbo River around Bullocks Flat. Starting at the ski tube car park, this walk follows the signposted track under the rail bridge to the historic Bullocks Hut. There is an optional side trip across the Thredbo River to explore some rusty ruins including a portable steam engine. An enjoyable walk visiting some interesting and beautiful places along this section of the Thredbo River. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Bullocks Hut

1.5 km return

25 min to 30 min

Ruins

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This short but popular walking track offers a great way to explore the middle section of Sawpit Creek in the Kosciuszko National Park. Start near Kosciuszko Mountain Retreat (or alternatively you can start from Kosciuszko Education Centre), you will cross Sawpit Creek a couple of times and explore the valley environment. The track then leads you up through the more open forest of the ridge and loops back through Kosciuszko Mountain Retreat to Sawpit Creek Picnic Area. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Sawpit Walk

2.1 km circuit

50 min to 1 h 30 min

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This short, relaxing walk starts from Thredbo and follows the Merrits Nature Track to the village weir and back. A great walk for those who enjoy following a well signposted track. The weir is a lovely spot to stop for lunch before the return journey, back down the hill to Thredbo. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Thredbo to Village Weir

2.3 km return

1 h to 2 h

Thredbo to Village Weir

This easy walk in Yarrangobilly area in Kosciuszko National Park starts from Thermal Pool Trail car park and leads to the ruins of Henry Harris’s Glory Hole Farm. Stop at the picnic area along the way for lunch. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Glory Farm Walk

2.6 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

Ruins

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Rainbow Lake Trail

2.6 km return

1 h to 2 h

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Charlotte Pass to Village Lookdown - Little Stilwell

Charlotte Pass to Village Lookdown - Little Stilwell

2.7 km return

1 h 30 min to 3 h

This is a fun walk, starting from the bottom of the Kangaroo Ridge Triple Chairlift, and following the management trail and bush track up the side of the ridge along a very faint informal track through a great snowgum forest to the top, where it comes to the village lockdown, Little Stilwell, near an old demolished Tbar station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Yarrangobilly Caves River Walk

Yarrangobilly Caves River Walk

2.8 km circuit

2 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

2.8 km

Circuit

This short loop in Kosciuszko National Park takes you along the Yarrangobilly River, starting at the Glory Hole car park. On the way you'll pass the Thermal Pool (have a swim) and South Glory cave where you can take a self guided tour. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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2 h 15 min to 3 h 30 min

Caves

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Starting from Three Mile Dam campground this circuit walk takes you through woodlands and snowgrass flats. It is great for birdwatching and bushwalking during the year and also snowshoeing in winter. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Goldseekers Track

2.9 km circuit

1 h to 2 h

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This walk starts by heading through Friday Flats and following a signposted track along the grassy open hillside of Thredbo River valley. You follow the loop through an enchanting snow gum forest, enjoying more valley views in places. A peaceful walk, with only a few short hill climbs, and particularly nice when the wildflower are in bloom. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Bridle Trail Loop

2.9 km circuit

1 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

1 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

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Riverside and Golf Course Walk

Riverside and Golf Course Walk

3.2 km circuit

1 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

3.2 km

Circuit

This walk explores the Thredbo River from the village then loops around the golf course before returning along the roads to the Valley Terminal. You will see some snow gum forests and enjoy the Thredbo River from many angles. Allow some extra time to sit on a rock beside the river and enjoy the trout swimming past. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

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This lovely return walk in Yarrangobilly area in Kosciuszko National Park takes you on a special journey. You will visit several caves and enjoy their beauty. Don't forget to buy tickets at Yarrangobilly Caves Visitor Centre beforehand. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Castle Cave Walk

3.2 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min

Caves

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Charlotte Pass to Mt Stilwell

Charlotte Pass to Mt Stilwell

3.9 km return

1 h 15 min to 2 h

This enjoyable walk starts from the end of Kosciuszko Rd, Charlotte Pass, and follows the ridgeline, on the western side of the village, up to the top of Mt Stilwell. The walk passes the Tbar and Chairlift stations along the way. This walk follows a clear track to the top, and is great for those looking for a short walk with some great views. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Old Mountain Road Walking Track

Old Mountain Road Walking Track

4 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

4 km

Oneway

Starting from Jounama Creek campground this one-way walk takes you along the Talbingo Mountain's first road, built in 1860. You'll be rewarded with views of Bogong Peaks, Jounama Pondage and Blowering Reservoir. If you want you can return the same way and have some lunch at the campground and a swim in the creek. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

Swim

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Charlotte Pass Village and Mt Stilwell Loop

Charlotte Pass Village and Mt Stilwell Loop

4.1 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min

4.1 km

Circuit

This loop walk starts at Charlotte Pass, and winds up to Mt Stilwell's peak, with stunning views in every direction. The walk then goes along the ridge line to the village lookdown, near the demolished Tbar station, before returning to the village through the snow gum forest. There is an optional side trip to the village dam, in Spencers Creek, that is a nice area for a picnic before returning to the village. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min

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Dead Horse Gap to Cascades Lookout

Dead Horse Gap to Cascades Lookout

4.2 km return

1 h 30 min to 2 h

This enjoyable walk starts at Dead Horse Gap, the highest point on the Alpine Way. The walk follows the Riverside track downstream, along the Thredbo River, through the valley and the snow gum forest to the cascades lookout. This walk follows a well defined track and, although close to the road, you can feel a million miles from anywhere. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Waterfall

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Bullock's Track via Muzzlewood Flat

Bullock's Track via Muzzlewood Flat

4.6 km circuit

1 h 30 min to 3 h

This pleasant circuit walk explores some lovely sections of the Thredbo River, as well as some snow gum forests, granite boulder outcrops and a series of frost hollows. Much of the first half of this walk follows the Thredbo River passing some inviting grassy areas where you can sit and enjoy the water or perhaps a spot of fishing. As the track loops back it leads you through the frost hollows of Muzzlewood Flat as you follow a section shared with mountain bikes. The plan is to join this section of the walk to a longer shared trail linking Thredbo Village and the lower Skitube Station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Clarke Gorge Walking Track

Clarke Gorge Walking Track

4.6 km return

3 h 30 min to 4 h 30 min

4.6 km

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Starting from Blue Waterholes campground this return walk will take you past 3 caves (Blue Waterholes, Barbers and White Fish) and along Cave Creek to the top of Cave Creek Falls. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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3 h 30 min to 4 h 30 min

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1 h 45 min, 2 h 30 min to 2 days

Round Mountain Hut

4.7 km return

1 h 45 min, 2 h 30 min to 2 days

Starting from the Round Mountain trail head on Tooma Rd, this walk takes you into the Jagungal Wilderness area following wide signposted trails to Round Mountain Hut. The walk boasts some great views across the headwaters of the Tumut River to Mt. Jagungal and visits the iron Round Mountains Hut, originally built in the early 1930s and rebuilt after fire in the 1940s. An enjoyable walk (or mountain bike ride), the hut provides some great space to camp if you want to make it an overnight walk. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Starting from Thredbo Village, you wander along a few roads to the Thredbo Golf Course then follow the track as it winds along beside the Thredbo River to the Alpine way just near Dead Horse Gap. You will stroll through some lovely snow gum forests and enjoys views down to the river from the cascades lookout and various bridges. An enjoyable way to explore the Thredbo River and the valley environments. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Thredbo River Track

4.8 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 3 h 30 min

1 h 45 min to 3 h 30 min

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Starting at the Perisher Valley Reservoir, this walk heads up through Rock Creek valley to the the panoramic views from Porcupine Rocks. On this walk, you will wander through button grass plains and among groves of snow gums whilst passing some granite tors. From the top of this walk, there are great views down both Perisher Valley and Thredbo River Valley as well as to Mt Duncan. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Porcupine Walk

5.1 km return

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

2 h 15 min to 2 h 30 min

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This wonderful walk explores the lower half of Sawpit Creek. Starting from high up on Kosciuszko Road at the Sawpit Creek Picnic Area, you will follow the well signposted track as it follows Sawpit Creek through the valley. You will explore various forest types as you make you way down to the Thredbo River. The walk finish with a stroll along the Thredbo River to find the well established Thredbo River Picnic Area. Plan ahead to organise a lift from the end of this walk or allow extra time to walk back up. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Pallaibo Walk

5.3 km oneway

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

1 h 45 min to 2 h 30 min

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This walk takes you on a tour of some of the historic huts north of Geehi Flats. Starting from the northern end of Geehi Flats Camping area near Geehi Hut, you will cross Swampy Plains River and walk across the plain to an intersection just before Keebles Hut. Here the walk heads up on the higher section of Behrs Flat and then down and across Swampy Plains River again. You will then follow another trail to the old Geehi Hut, once used as a youth hostel. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Old Geehi Hut tour

5.3 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h

Ruins

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This walk (or mountain bike ride) follows the Dargals Trail from near the Tooma Reservoir spillway to Paton's Hut. Most of this walk is through tall eucalypt forest before heading down to the edge of the Tooma Plain to find Paton's Hut. The iron hut was originally built in 1934 for grazing and was rebuilt in 2005, after the 2003 fires. The hut provides a great place to camp overnight or just rest before walking back. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Paton's Hut

5.6 km return

2 h, 4 h to 2 days

This walk explores the native bushland around the winter skiing area. After riding the Kosciuszko Express chairlift up the hill, arriving near the Eagles Nest restaurant, the walk winds through the snow gum forest, following ski runs and bush tracks back down the hill. The walk passes the popular Thredbo Bobsled and continues around the back of the tennis courts, back to the village. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Merritts Nature Track

5.7 km circuit

2 h to 2 h 30 min

Merritts Nature Track

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On this walk, you will visit the old Guthega Trig station and its wide views over the Guthega Dam, the township and surrounding country side. The walk initially leads along management trails and across the dam wall before following a narrow foot pad up the ridge between Guthega River and Falls Creek. The ridge leads fairly steeply through a variety of vegetation before revealing its wide vistas at about 1860m above sea level. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Guthega Trig

5.9 km return

2 h 45 min to 3 h

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This walk explores the upper section of Sawpit Creek from the Sawpit Creek picnic area beside Kosciuszko Road. You will follow a circuit track visiting the main highlight, a small but lovely cascade near the halfway point. The walk guides through the tall eucalypt forest, exploring the sides of the valley and passing some frost hollows and large granite boulder outcrops. An enjoyable way of exploring this pocket of Kosciuszko National Park Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Waterfall Walk

5.9 km circuit

2 h to 2 h 30 min

Waterfall

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Guthega to Snowy River Suspension Bridge

Guthega to Snowy River Suspension Bridge

6 km return

2 h 30 min to 5 h

This enjoyable walk starts from Guthega and mostly follows the famous Snowy River, to reach the cable suspension bridge. Before reaching the bridge, the walk crosses the Blue Cow Creek at the flying fox, and winds through the snow gums and the open plains. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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From Guthega village, this walk leads you over Blue Cow Creek and alongside the Snowy River to Illawong Lodge and the suspension bridge. You will be using a narrow, unsignposted but generally clear track. A flying fox is in place over Blue Cow Creek, however a more modern bridge offers a safer path across. This walk takes you to remote (locked) hut on the flat plain beside the Snowy River, where the suspension bridge provides great views up and down the valley. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Illawong Walk

6.1 km return

2 h 15 min to 2 h 45 min

2 h 15 min to 2 h 45 min

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Nichols Gorge Walking Track

Nichols Gorge Walking Track

6.3 km circuit

2 h to 4 h 30 min

Explore this spectacular limestone gorge and Cooleman Cave within Kosciuszko National Park. As you walk along the usually dry Cave Creek, keep your eye out for ancient fossilised shells of brachipods. The walk is closed during winter and only open between the October and June long weekends. The walk can flood so always check the weather forecast. Bring a torch to help you explore the entrance to the cave. Let us begin by acknowledging the Wiradjuri people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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