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Mt Baw Baw Resort Guide
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Best months to book: August, July, September · last season + 30-yr record
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Last Snowfall
Sep 16
4d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Reported by Mt Baw BawPast 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
3cm
7-Day Forecast
1cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
2
2026 season
Resort Guide
Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort is located in Victoria, Australia, within the Baw Baw National Park and is the closest alpine resort to Melbourne. The resort features 35 hectares of skiable terrain, catering primarily to beginners and families with gentle slopes and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Key amenities include ski and snowboard rentals, snow play areas, toboggan runs, and a range of accommodation and dining options. Mt Baw Baw stands out for its accessible location, family-friendly environment, and opportunities for snow activities beyond skiing, such as snowshoeing and husky sled dog tours.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Mt Baw Baw
Lifts
7
Skiable area
86 ac
Longest run
1 km / 0.62 mi
Runs by difficulty(15 total)
Beginner
4
25% of terrain
Intermediate
9
64% of terrain
Advanced
2
11% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Surface lift7
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
Village Central Restaurant & Bar – Known as the heart of Mt Baw Baw’s après-ski scene, this venue offers panoramic mountain views, a cozy atmosphere, and a selection of local wines and craft beers, making it a popular spot for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sun, Sep 20, 05:03 PM UTC
18cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-53%
vs 5-Year Avg
39cm avg by now
-17%
vs 30-Year Avg
22cm avg by now
39cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 18.2 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~18.3 cm. That's 53% below the 5-year average (39 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 17% below the 30-year average (22 cm).
Mt Baw Baw Season Snowfall
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Mt Baw Baw Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 26cm with an average of 16 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 127% above this average (59cm 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 | 3cm | 2 days | 0cm | 2cm | 3cm |
| July | 6cm | 4 days | 0cm | 2cm | 4cm |
| August | 9cm | 5 days | 0cm | 3cm | 4cm |
| September | 5cm | 3 days | 0cm | 2cm | 3cm |
| October | 1cm | 1 days | 0cm | 2cm | 1cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
13.4
Season Average
97 days scored
29
Best Day
30 Jul
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
June 2026
- 1322 Jun
- 1325 Jun
- 1230 Jun
July 2026
- 2930 Jul7cm
- 2729 Jul7cm
- 2412 Jul4cm
August 2026
- 253 Aug
- 222 Aug
- 214 Aug
September 2026
- 155 Sep
- 157 Sep
- 1413 Sep
July scored highest for Mt Baw Baw in 2026. Based on 97 days the resort was verified open; this season is still under way, so later months are incomplete. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Current season(2026)
Opened Jun 6, 2026
Scheduled close: Sep 27, 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 Mt Baw Baw
- Where is Mt Baw Baw?
- Mt Baw Baw is a ski resort in Australia.
- How high is Mt Baw Baw?
- Mt Baw Baw runs from a base elevation of 1,450 m (4,757 ft) to a summit of 1,564 m (5,131 ft), giving a vertical drop of 114 m (374 ft).
- How big is Mt Baw Baw?
- Mt Baw Baw has 86 acres (35 hectares) of skiable terrain, 15 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Mt Baw Baw?
- Mt Baw Baw 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 Mt Baw Baw?
- Mt Baw Baw 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 Mt Baw Baw get in a typical season?
- Mt Baw Baw averages 25 inches / 64 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
