The Mt. Hotham snow report for Aug 29 is a 57" base depth with 5 of 14 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Mt. Hotham are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: Fri 29 August, 09:40AM
50 cm Storm Total... and Counting!
The storm continues to deliver, and it should be an epic one out there today! We've had another 19 cm (with about 10 of that overnight) in the past 24 hours and it is still snowing and blowing as I write this. The current temperature is minus 2.5, which is about as warm as it should get for the day, and the wind is a very strong northwesterly.
The snow is cold and dry in the village so it should be skiing and riding really well in all open areas. The groomers will be fun and there'll be plenty of powder turns to be found. The wind will play havoc with the upper and out lifts but there will still be lots of really good options. Just stay out of the Extreme Area until patrol have finished doing avalanche control work.
The northwesterly will be blowing it into all of the right places, so stop reading this and get out there.
Travel advice: Hotham is following all advice provided by Victoria Police. At this time, guests are advised to avoid travelling through Porepunkah when en route to Hotham. If you are approaching from Myrtleford, Porepunkah can be avoided with a detour via Running Creek/Tawonga on Happy Valley Rd > Kiewa Valley Hwy > Tawonga Gap Road. This will add approximately 30 minutes travel time to your journey. If you can, travel via Bairnsdale/Omeo is recommended, especially given the heavy snow forecast.
Mt. Hotham Alpine Resort is perched high in Victoria’s Alpine National Park, offering skiers and snowboarders a unique top-of-the-mountain village experience. With 320 hectares of skiable terrain, 105 trails, and 14 lifts—including quad chairs, triple chairs, and surface lifts—the resort delivers a diverse and well-connected alpine playground. Sitting between 1,450 and 1,861 meters in elevation, Mt. Hotham receives an average of 300 cm of snowfall annually, backed by extensive snowmaking for consistent coverage.
The terrain breakdown includes 8% beginner, 38% intermediate, 43% advanced, and 11% expert runs, making Mt. Hotham a standout for confident skiers and riders. Families will find dedicated learning zones, tubing lanes, and snow play areas, while thrill-seekers can explore steep chutes, ridgelines, and off-piste bowls. The longest run stretches 2.5 km, winding through scenic alpine terrain with panoramic views of the Victorian Alps.
Visitors choose Mt. Hotham for its elevated village, dramatic landscapes, and reputation as Australia’s powder capital. Whether you're chasing first tracks in Heavenly Valley or relaxing fireside after a day on the slopes, Mt. Hotham offers a high-altitude escape with a bold mix of adventure and alpine charm.
