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Charlotte Pass Resort Guide
Fair · 2026 season average
Closed for the season · average of 86 verified open days
Best months to book: July, August, June · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed September 13
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 3
2d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Resort reportedPast 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
2cm
7-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
14
2026 season
Bluebird Days
3
2026 season
Resort Guide
Charlotte Pass is a ski resort located in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia, and is notable for being the country’s highest resort at 1,765 meters. The resort offers ski-in, ski-out access to all accommodations, a relaxed alpine village atmosphere, and terrain suitable for all abilities across 50 hectares. Signature experiences include uncrowded slopes, snow play activities, and guided backcountry tours, with amenities such as ski and snowboard rentals, lessons, and on-mountain dining. Charlotte Pass stands out for its unique snowbound access, reached exclusively by oversnow transport, ensuring a secluded and tranquil winter experience.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Charlotte Pass
Lifts
5
Skiable area
296.5 ac
Longest run
2 km / 1.2 mi
Runs by difficulty(25 total)
Beginner
9
35% of terrain
Intermediate
11
45% of terrain
Advanced
5
20% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Triple chair1
- Surface lift4
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Kosciuszko Bar & Bistro – Known for its cozy alpine ambiance and welcoming atmosphere, this popular après-ski spot at Charlotte Pass offers hearty meals, local beers, and regular live entertainment, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 5, 06:02 PM UTC
131cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-48%
vs 5-Year Avg
252cm avg by now
+2%
vs 30-Year Avg
128cm avg by now
252cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 130.8 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~131 cm. That's 48% below the 5-year average (252 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: near the 30-year average (128 cm).
Charlotte Pass Season Snowfall
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Charlotte Pass Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 143cm with an average of 26 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 95% above this average (280cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 28cm | 5 days | 5cm | 17cm | 10cm |
| July | 41cm | 7 days | 11cm | 23cm | 12cm |
| August | 40cm | 7 days | 9cm | 24cm | 10cm |
| September | 19cm | 4 days | 2cm | 12cm | 7cm |
| October | 9cm | 2 days | 0cm | 4cm | 4cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
21.2
Season Average
86 days scored
42
Best Day
12 Jul
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
6
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
June 2026
- 2022 Jun1cm
- 2030 Jun
- 1725 Jun
July 2026
- 4212 Jul16cm
- 413 Jul18cm
- 414 Jul26cm
August 2026
- 396 Aug2cm
- 364 Aug3cm
- 353 Aug
September 2026
- 177 Sep2cm
- 165 Sep
- 166 Sep1cm
July scored highest for Charlotte Pass in 2026. Based on 86 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2026)
87 days
Jun 19, 2026 → Sep 13, 2026
Next season(2026)
Opens Jun 19, 2026
Through Sep 13, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
August
Peak Season
July
Peak Season
September
Good
June
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Charlotte Pass
- Where is Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass is a ski resort in Australia.
- How high is Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass runs from a base elevation of 1,755 m (5,758 ft) to a summit of 1,964 m (6,444 ft), giving a vertical drop of 209 m (686 ft).
- How big is Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass has 733 acres (297 hectares) of skiable terrain, 25 marked runs and 5 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass typically operates from June to September. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Charlotte Pass get in a typical season?
- Charlotte Pass averages 111 inches / 282 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
