Thredbo River Track

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

Start	(-36.5040355,148.3042674)
Mode	Car (A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.)
Directions	From Kosciuszko Road Turn on to Alpine Way then drive for 17.5 km Keep left onto Alpine Way and drive for another 13.3 km Turn right onto Friday Drive and drive for another 910 m At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Friday Drive and drive for another 970 m
Finish	(-36.5229419,148.2645534)
Mode (end)	Car Shuttle Car (A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.)

Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Getting started
From the big map outside the ticket store at the bottom of the Kosciuszko Express Chairlift, this walk follows the 'Riverside Walk' sign down to cross the bridge over Thredbo River. Here the walk turns right onto Friday drive and follows the footpath under the footbridge heading between the road and the river. The walk follows the road past the children's playground (on your left) and beside the car park, past the pond to come to a four-way intersection with 'Diggings Terrace', just past a small pond.
From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Crackenback Drive' sign across the bridge, over Thredbo River. The walk then comes to a signposted intersection in front of the 'Thredbo Memorial Community Centre'.....

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start. Then cross the bridge (about 25 m long)
	Turn right. After another 60 m pass the artwork (70 m on your left). Then pass the car park (10 m on your left). Then pass the artwork (25 m on your left).
	After another 70 m (at the intersection of Mowamba Place & Friday Drive) veer right, to head along Mowamba Place (a residential road).
	After another 30 m continue straight, to head along Mowamba Place.
	After another 10 m (at the intersection of Thyne Reid Drive & Mowamba Place) veer right, to head along Thyne Reid Drive.
	After another 210 m continue straight, to head along Thyne Reid Drive. After another 15 m pass the car park (15 m on your left). After another 5 m pass the picnic table (25 m on your right).
	After another 2 m (at the intersection of Friday Drive & Thyne Reid Drive) continue straight, to head along Crackenback Drive. After another 7 m cross the bridge (about 50 m long)
	At the intersection of Crackenback Drive & Thredbo River Track turn left, to head along Thredbo River Track (a walking track). After another 130 m pass the car park (5 m on your right).
	At the intersection of Upper Riverside Walk & Thredbo River Track continue straight, to head along Thredbo River Track.
	After another 200 m continue straight, to head along Thredbo River Track. After another 590 m cross the ford.
	After another 170 m (at the intersection of Thredbo River Track & Upper Riverside Walk) turn left, to head along Thredbo River Track. After another 85 m cross the ford. After another 600 m cross the ford.
	After another 640 m continue straight, to head along Thredbo River Track. After another 25 m find the "Cascades Lookout" (10 m on your right). Cascades Lookout This metal platform leans over the Thredbo River, lookout upstream to the flowing cascades. There is also a wooden seat provided here, making it a great rest stop, conveniently situated about half way between Dead Horse Gap and Thredbo Village, on the Thredbo River track. After another 15 m pass a seat (9 m on your left)., has no backrest. After another 430 m cross the bridge (about 30 m long) After another 300 m cross the bridge (about 50 m long) After another 1.1 km come to "Dead Horse Gap". Dead Horse Gap Dead Horse Gap is a relatively low mountain pass in the Great Dividing Range at 1582m AMSL. It was once a meeting place for Aboriginal groups in the summer, where they would perform ceremonies and trade with each other. In nature, the pass acts as a funnel for the migration of insects and birds. In the early 20th century, the pass became increasingly popular with stockmen, who brought sheep and cattle to the mountains each summer.
	At the intersection of Dead Horse Gap Walking Track & Thredbo River Track continue straight, to head along Dead Horse Gap Walking Track (a vehicle track). After another 40 m cross the ford. After another 85 m cross the ford.
	After another 30 m come to the end. A car park. About 30 m past the end is a sign.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Thredbo River Track

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	4.8 km
Time	1 h 45 min to 3 h 30 min

Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)

Some facilities on route

Seat: There is one 2.8 km from the start.

Order of key facilities on route

Item	From Start	Name & link to notes
Seat	2.8 km	[seat]

Articles Discover more details to thrive on track

Covered in snow part of the year
This walk leads through an extreme alpine environment and all walkers must be well prepared. During summer, be prepared for both very hot and cold weather, high winds, rain, snow, extreme UV levels and some sections of snow or ice on the ground. Before starting this walk, check advice with Snowy Region Visitor Information Centre (02) 6450 5600, the weather forecast and the snow conditions then change your plans as needed. These notes, grades and walking times have been written for use in the summer months only. Between May and the end of October, this walk is likely to be covered in snow/ice, visitors should be carrying and be prepared to use snowshoes or cross country skis. When there is a chance of significant snow on the ground, visitors will need particularly strong navigation and snowcraft skills - tracks and signage may not be visible. For most visitors, it is best to consider this walk closed during the colder months.

Thredbo Golf Course
This nine-hole AGU (Australian Golf Union) rated course is the highest in Australia. Nestled in beside Thredbo village and bordering the Thredbo River, this course offers a great form of relaxation and gives golfers a wonderful way to enjoy the Snowies, without having to travel too far from the village.

Cascades Lookout
This metal platform leans over the Thredbo River, lookout upstream to the flowing cascades. There is also a wooden seat provided here, making it a great rest stop, conveniently situated about half way between Dead Horse Gap and Thredbo Village, on the Thredbo River track.

Dead Horse Gap
Dead Horse Gap is a relatively low mountain pass in the Great Dividing Range at 1582m AMSL. It was once a meeting place for Aboriginal groups in the summer, where they would perform ceremonies and trade with each other. In nature, the pass acts as a funnel for the migration of insects and birds. In the early 20th century, the pass became increasingly popular with stockmen, who brought sheep and cattle to the mountains each summer.

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Weather Forecast
- Thredbo Top Station Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
  
  Tuesday 10 September
  
  Mostly clear.
  
  Mostly clear. Winds northwest to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending northwesterly in the late evening.
  
  Wednesday 11 September
  
  2°C → 7°C
  Showers or snow increasing.
  80% chance of rain
  1 → 6mm
  
  Mostly sunny. The chance of fog and frost in the east in the early morning. High chance of showers near the Victorian border, medium chance elsewhere. Snow falling above 1600 metres. Winds west to northwesterly 15 to 25 km/h tending west to southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h in the late evening.
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection 9:30am to 2:30pm, UV Index predicted to reach 5 [Moderate]
  
  Thursday 12 September
  
  -3°C → 2°C
  Snow shower or two.
  60% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely in the early morning. Snow possible above 1200 metres. Winds south to southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h tending west to southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h in the late evening.
  
  Friday 13 September
  
  -4°C → 5°C
  Sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Sunny. Areas of morning frost. Winds west to southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h tending south to southwesterly during the morning then becoming light during the afternoon.
  
  Saturday 14 September
  
  -2°C → 4°C
  Snow shower or two.
  70% chance of rain
  0 → 2mm
  
  Partly cloudy. Areas of morning frost. High chance of showers, most likely in the afternoon and evening. Snow falling above 1100 metres. Winds westerly 15 to 20 km/h turning south to southwesterly 20 to 30 km/h during the morning.
  
  Sunday 15 September
  
  -8°C → 3°C
  Possible snow shower.
  40% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Possible snow shower.
  
  Monday 16 September
  
  -2°C → 5°C
  Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy.
  
  Tuesday 17 September
  
  -2°C → 6°C
  Becoming windy. Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Becoming windy. Partly cloudy.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Kosciuszko National Park alerts
  Other planned events: Merambego Trail Roadworks
  The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be undertaking essential fire trail maintenance works on Merambego Trail, throughout September, October and November 2024. The trail will be closed to visitors.
  Please obey all directions from NPWS staff and contractors. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
  For any further queries, please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on (02) 6450 5555.
  
  Closed areas: Thredbo River picnic area toilet closed
  Recent severe winds have brought down a tree on the toilet block at Thredbo River picnic area. As a result the toilet block is closed and cannot be utilised. Other facilities at the site are available.
  
  Other planned events: Geehi Campground Tree Trimming and Felling Operations
  Tree Trimming and Felling Operations will occur at Geehi Flats Campground from Tuesday 10th September to Friday 13th September 2024. The works will address unsafe trees in the campgrounds using machinery. The campground will remain open with small areas closed for operations. Do not enter areas where operations are taking place.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Khancoban Visitor Centre (02) 6070 8400.
  
  Safety alerts: Guthega Road - changed speed limit due to road works
  The speed limit on Guthega Road has been reduced to 60km for the entirety of the road. This is due to road works being undertaken, and an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements.
  Please abide by all traffic control signage and observe all directions from NPWS staff and contractors.
  Your destination is still accessible. To assist in planning your journey safely, please allow extra time in your travel plans and drive to conditions.
  For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre, Jindabyne on 02 6450 5600.
  
  Closed areas: Behrs Flat campground, Old Geehi campground, Geehi Walls trail and Major Clews trail closed
  The following areas are closed for winter from Wednesday 5 June to Friday 4 October 2024:
  
  Behrs Flat campground
  
  Old Geehi campground
  
  Geehi Walls trail
  
  Major Clews trail
  
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.
  
  Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 wild dog and fox baiting program
  NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program in the north east precinct of Kosciuszko National Park, Scabby Range and Yaouk Nature Reserves within the Adaminaby/Yaouk wild dog control area.
  The program will be continuous and ongoing between 1 September 2024 and 28 February 2025, and will use meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes.
  All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
  Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserve. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs in the vicinity must be restrained or muzzled and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
  For further information please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
  
  Other planned events: Notice of 1080 ongoing program
  The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting a baiting program using baits containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of wild dogs and foxes. The program will be continuous and ongoing between Friday 9 August 2024 and Friday 7 February 2025. These programs are part of an integrated pest animal control strategy, aimed at minimising the impacts of these animals on neighbouring stock.
  Baiting programs will be conducted in Thredbo/Ingebyra, Dalgety/Paupong and Corrowong/Tombong/Merriangaah Wild Dog Plan Areas. Baiting programs will also be undertaken in Paupong, Merriangaah and Quidong Nature Reserves.
  This includes the following sections of Kosciuszko National Park:
  
  Thredbo Valley
  
  Moonbah
  
  Ingebyra
  
  Paupong
  
  Numbla Vale
  
  Corrowong
  
  All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
  Please be reminded that domestic pets are not permitted on NPWS Estate. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
  For further information, please call the Jindabyne area office on 02 6450 5555.
  
  Closed areas: Round Mountain Hut closed for reconstruction
  Round Mountain hut is closed from Tuesday 1 October 2024 to Friday 31 January 2025 while construction works are underway.
  Machinery and vehicles will be in use between the Round Mountain track head and the hut site. There will be some noise during this time. Please follow all directions from NPWS staff and safety signage.
  The toilet amenities remain open and are accessed via Farm Ridge trail.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the Khancoban Visitor Centre on 02 6070 8400.
  
  Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites
  A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.
  Road/trail closures
  The following roads and trails are closed until further notice:
  
  Geehi Dam/Olsens Road
  
  Grassy Flat trail
  
  Fire-affected areas
  Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:
  
  Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts
  
  Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires
  These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:
  
  Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
  
  Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.
  
  Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam
  
  Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
  
  Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
  
  Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.
  
  Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
  
  Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 winter fox baiting program
  NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing winter ground baiting program from Monday 15 July 2024 to Sunday 15 September 2024. The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral foxes.
  The program will take place in areas of Kosciuszko National Park including:
  
  Main range area
  
  Perisher valley
  
  Dead horse gap
  
  Munyang
  
  The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species.
  Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
  Please contact the local NPWS area office for more information on (02) 6450 5555.
  
  Closed areas: Transmission Track closed due to post-bushfire damage
  The Transmission Track, Talbingo is closed due to post-bushfire damage. The track is closed and is not suitable for vehicle access due to erosion issues.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Tumut NPWS office (02) 6947 7087.
  
  Closed areas: Rawson Pass toilet closed for winter
  Rawson Pass toilet will be closed from Friday 3 May 2024 to the end of winter. Seamans Hut toilet will remain open all winter.
  You are encouraged to carry out your human waste when toilets are not available on the Main Range. Please refer to these resources for more information:
  
  Carry everything out managing human waste on the Main Range
  
  Practice minimum impact by carrying out toileting waste
  
  For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
  
  Closed areas: Thredbo Valley track closure
  The entire Thredbo Valley Track from Thredbo Village to Gaden Trout Hatchery is closed to all cyclists from 5th of June 2024 to the 7th of October 2024.
  Maintenance works are underway between Thredbo Resort and Ngarigo Campground. As such, this section is closed to all visitors.
  Walkers are still permitted on the track from Ngarigo Campground to Gaden Trout Hatchery.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the Jindabyne NPWS office on 02 6450 5555.
  
  Closed areas: Winter Road Closures For Kosciuszko National Park
  Some roads and trails in this park are closed to public vehicle use for the winter period. The closed road and trail areas are:
  
  Kosciuszko Road, between Perisher Valley and Charlotte Pass - CLOSED
  
  KNP5 - Khancoban to Cabramurra Road - CLOSED
  
  Kings Cross Road, between Mt Selwyn and Cabramurra - CLOSED
  
  Black Jack Trail - CLOSED
  
  Manjar Trail - CLOSED
  
  Grassy Flats Trail - CLOSED
  
  Murray Gates Trail - CLOSED
  
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
  Chains must be carried in Kosciuszko National Park in winter (4WDs exempt).
  All motorists should be prepared and equipped for sudden changes in road and weather conditions in Alpine areas.
  
  Other planned events: Tom Groggin campground - upgrade works
  The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and contractors will be undertaking upgrade works at Tom Groggin campground throughout May and June 2024. These works will include additions to campground facilities and rehabilitation planting.
  For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.
  
  Closed areas: Sections of Kosciuszko National Park closed for feral animal control
  The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) will be conducting aerial shooting operations in Kosciuszko National Park (KNP). Horses, deer, pigs and other feral animals will be targeted. The operations require the closure of the area of KNP north of the Snowy Mountains Highway and east of the Goobarragandra Powerline Road to the KNP boundary between Thursday 4 April 2024 and Friday 4 October 2024 inclusive (this includes the usual winter closure period from 10 June to 4 October, 2024).
  All tracks, trails, campgrounds, huts, picnic areas and accommodation nodes within the closure area will be closed during this period, including:
  
  Bullocks Hill campground 
  
  Cooinbil Hut campground 
  
  Cooinbil Hut Horse Camp 
  
  Ghost Gully campground 
  
  Long Plain Hut campground 
  
  Magpie Flat campground 
  
  Old Snowy campground 
  
  Perkins Flat campground 
  
  Rocky Plain campground 
  
  Wares Yards campground 
  
  Blue Waterholes campground 
  
  Cooleman Mountain campground 
  
  Long Plain Hut Horse Camp 
  
  Broken Cart campground 
  
  Dubbo Flats campground 
  
  Currango Homestead precinct
  
  Clarke Gorge walking track
  
  Nichols Gorge walking track
  
  Australian Alps Walking Track North of the Snowy Mountains Highway to the KNP boundary
  
  National Trail North of the Snowy Mountains Highway to the KNP boundary
  
  Hume Hovell Walking Track from the KNP park boundary to the park boundary at Thomas Boyd track head
  
  A map of the closure area is available at:
  Map of northern Kosciuszko National Park closure area April to October 2024 (nsw.gov.au)
  Closure notices will be placed at relevant access points in KNP, penalties apply for non-compliance.
  For inquiries on the management of wild horses please email the wild horse team.
  We appreciate your patience while this important work is being carried out. If you would like any further information about closed areas, please email or call NPWS on 02 6947 7025.
  
  Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 program
  A baiting program using meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison will be conducted from Friday 22 March 2024 until Sunday 22 September 2024 in Kosciuszko National Park.
  The program will be conducted in the northern precinct of the park, which includes the following areas:
  
  Goobarragandra
  
  Blowering foreshores
  
  Big Talbingo/ Buddong
  
  Entry into baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
  Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
  For further information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
  
  Other planned events: Notice of ongoing 1080 baiting program
  NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting an ongoing ground baiting program from 1st May 2024 to 1st November 2024 . The operation will use 1080 (sodium fluoroacetate) poison for the control of feral animals including wild dogs and foxes.
  The program will take place in Kosciuszko National Park and Clarkes Hill, Bogandyera and Jingellic Nature Reserves.
  The program is designed to minimise predator impacts on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise impact of wild dogs on neighbouring stock.
  Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks managed lands. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
  Please contact the local Khancoban NPWS area office for more information on 02 60708400.
  
  Safety alerts: Powerline out of service in Jagungal Wilderness Area
  Happy Jacks Plain and sections of the Jagungal Wilderness Area are affected by powerline damage. The 11kva powerline that runs through these areas was damaged during the 2019/2020 fires with burnt poles and downed powerlines. It is out of service and will be removed from the park. Please keep a safe distance from any broken wires on the ground and broken stay wires from power poles.
  For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
  
  Closed areas: Tantangara Reservoir partial closure
  Some parts of Tantangara Reservoir will be closed intermittently until further notice for Snowy 2.0 construction activities involving controlled blasts. Full exclusion zones will be established prior to and during blast operations. The closed areas are:
  
  Areas of Tantangara Reservoir adjacent to the Snowy 2.0 construction site.
  
  Tantangara Reservoir boat ramp, adjacent to the Tantangara Dam wall.
  
  For up-to-date timings on controlled blasts please see notifications on the Future Generation website.
  
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.
  
  Closed areas: Closed areas due to Snowy 2.0 works
  The following areas are closed due to the Snowy 2.0 works from Monday 25 February 2019 until early 2027, unless the closure is extended or removed:
  
  Lobs Hole Ravine Road 4WD trail
  
  Wallace Creek lookout
  
  Lobs Hole Ravine campground
  
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, please call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
  
  Other planned events: Ongoing increased traffic and roadworks
  There is an increase in heavy and light vehicle movements on the Snowy Mountains Highway (between Cooma to Tumut) and Link and Tantangara Roads within Kosciuszko National Park. This traffic will continue for a number of years and involves the use of specialised heavy vehicle combinations for transporting materials associated with the Snowy 2.0 project and other projects in the region.
  There will also be ongoing maintenance and upgrades to roads in the area as part of the project, particularly along Link and Tantangara Roads.
  To assist in planning your journey safely, please check for alerts on the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website.
  For more information, call the NPWS Tumut area office on 02 6947 7000.
  
  Closed areas: Bullocks Hut closed
  Several buildings in the Bullocks Hut complex are closed until further notice for restoration works. Please do not enter the construction sites.
  Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.
  
  Alert kindly provided by © NSW Nataional Parks and Wildlife Service

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