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Cascade trail

Thredbo-Perisher area in Kosciuszko National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Tue 28 January 2025, 12.38pm

Applies from Tue 28 Jan 2025, 12.36pm to Thu 30 Jan 2025, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2025, 12.38pm.

Other planned events: Dead Horse Gap Walk - Helicopter sling load operations

Helicopter sling load operations are scheduled to occur from the Dead Horse Gap carpark on the Alpine Way to the Dead Horse Gap Walk on Thursday 30th January 2025 between 08:00 and 15:00 (dependant on weather and flying conditions). The helicopter operations are part of the Dead Horse Gap Walk Renewal project. The Walk will remain open however pedestrian control will be in place, and visitors may experience delays while materials are flown over or near impacted areas.

Stop/slow traffic control will also be in place on the Alpine Way between the Cascades and Dead Horse Gap carparks for the duration of the operation. Short delays may be experienced when accessing through these areas to and from the Cascades carpark.

The Dead Horse Gap carpark will be closed to the public from Wednesday 29th January 2025 and will remain closed until operations are completed on Thursday 30th January 2025.

For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.

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Upcoming management events

Upcoming management events
Date Event Title
3 February 2025 Closed areas Cascade Trail Carpark Closure Monday 3 February 2025 to Friday 21 March 2025 Details

Applies from Mon 3 Feb 2025, 1.00am. Last reviewed: Sun 26 Jan 2025, 2.45pm

Transport for NSW will be carrying out essential maintenance on the large culverts beneath the Alpine Way adjacent to the Cascade Trail carpark.

The Cascade Trail carpark will be closed for parking from Monday 3 February 2025 to Friday 21 March 2025 as workers and machinery will be occupying the area. Visitors accessing Cascade Trail are asked to use the Dead Horse Gap carpark and walk about 500m to reach the trailhead, following any signage.

During work hours, access to the walking track will be managed under traffic control for the safety of pedestrians, workers and motorists. Please follow the directions of workers and signage.

If you would like more information, please contact the project team on 1800 555 638 or southprojects@transport.nsw.gov.au.

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Nearby alerts

Applies from Tue 28 Jan 2025, 12.36pm to Thu 30 Jan 2025, 8.00pm. Last reviewed: Tue 28 Jan 2025, 12.38pm

Other planned events: Dead Horse Gap Walk - Helicopter sling load operations

Helicopter sling load operations are scheduled to occur from the Dead Horse Gap carpark on the Alpine Way to the Dead Horse Gap Walk on Thursday 30th January 2025 between 08:00 and 15:00 (dependant on weather and flying conditions). The helicopter operations are part of the Dead Horse Gap Walk Renewal project. The Walk will remain open however pedestrian control will be in place, and visitors may experience delays while materials are flown over or near impacted areas.

Stop/slow traffic control will also be in place on the Alpine Way between the Cascades and Dead Horse Gap carparks for the duration of the operation. Short delays may be experienced when accessing through these areas to and from the Cascades carpark.

The Dead Horse Gap carpark will be closed to the public from Wednesday 29th January 2025 and will remain closed until operations are completed on Thursday 30th January 2025.

For more information please contact the NPWS Jindabyne office on 02 6450 5555.

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Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/cycling-trails/cascade-trail/local-alerts

Park info

  • in the Thredbo-Perisher area of Kosciuszko National Park in the Snowy Mountains region
  • The Thredbo-Perisher area is open all year, but some roads and trails may close due to weather conditions or park management issues. Kosciuszko Road is closed between Perisher and Charlotte Pass in winter (June to October long weekends).

  • Park entry fees apply on Alpine Way and Kosciuszko Road

    Winter (June to October long weekends): $29 per vehicle per day (24hrs from purchase); motorcycles $12; bus passengers $11.45 per adult, $3.60 per child per day. Find out more about the winter entry surcharge.

    Rest of Year: $17 per vehicle per day (24hrs); motorcycles $7; bus passengers $6.60 per adult, $2.20 per child per day.

    Passes: Day passes, multi-day passes and annual All Parks Pass available from NPWS visitor centres, local agents and operating vehicle entry stations. Single and Multi-Day passes are also available via the Park'nPay app. Short Breaks Pass: $68 for 5 days park entry at price of 4 days (not valid winter).

    Read our Annual Pass FAQs for information.

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Emergency services

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For the latest information on wildfires in your area please contact the NSW Rural Fire Service.

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