Thredbo Valley track easy rides
Thredbo-Perisher area in Kosciuszko National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Thredbo Valley track easy rides.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
This section of Thredbo Valley track runs from Thredbo village, in Kosciuszko National Park, to Bullocks Flat Skitube Terminal, on the park boundary.
To get there from Jindabyne:
- Leave Jindabyne on Kosciuszko Road
- After 3km, turn left onto Alpine Way
- For Bullocks Flat, continue 17km then turn right at the Skitube entrance and follow the signs to carpark D
- For Thredbo, drive 31km then turn right onto Friday Drive to enter Thredbo village
- Thredbo Valley track starts from Friday Drive, in Thredbo, on your right, before the round-a-bout.
You can also access the track from Thredbo Diggings campground, Ngarigo campground, Old Ranger Station off Alpine Way, before you reach Thredbo.
Road conditions
Roads can close in extreme weather, so it’s a good idea to check alpine weather and road conditions before setting out.
All 2WD vehicles need to carry snow chains in winter, between June and October long weekends, on:
- Alpine Way between Thredbo and Tom Groggin
- Kosciuszko Road (to Perisher)
- Guthega Road
Snow chains are recommended for all vehicles driving in the park, including 4WD and AWD, in the event of extreme weather. Read our snow driving in Kosciuszko tips.
Parking
Parking is available at either end of this track, on Friday Drive in Thredbo and at Bullocks Flat Skitube carpark ‘D’. You can also park at access points at Thredbo Diggings campground, Ngarigo campground, and the Old Ranger Station.
Facilities
Thredbo Alpine Village offers a range of facilities including public toilets, picnic tables, supermarket, hire gear, drinking water, shops, cafes and restaurants, ATM, public phone, and fuel.
Non-flush toilets, picnic tables and fire-rings are located along Thredbo Valley track at Ngarigo campground and Thredbo Diggings campground. There’s also a non-flush toilet at Bullocks Hut.
Bullocks Flat SkiTube Terminal facilities are open in winter, when cycling is only permitted on the Thredbo Valley track section between Bullocks Flat and Thredbo Diggings campground.
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - no wheelchair access
Permitted
Cycling
November to May: You can cycle the full Thredbo Valley track in summer. Sections may close due to poor weather of track conditions.
June to October: All bikes, including fat bikes, only permitted on gravel section between Thredbo Diggings campground and Bullocks Flat. Some sections may open if conditions allow.
Fishing
You can fish in rivers and streams between the October and June long weekends. A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required to fish in all waters. Fishing in dams and lakes is permitted year-round, but some waterways may close temporarily or have restrictions. Refer to the NSW Recreational Freshwater Fishing Guide for information.
Prohibited
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
Horses
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
If you're transiting through a national park or reserve on a public road, pets must remain within the vehicle.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas. The alpine resorts of Thredbo, Perisher, Charlotte Pass, Selwyn, Ski Rider and Kosciuszko Tourist Park are exempt, though some commercial and outdoor places within these resorts may have no smoking areas.
Operated by
- Snowy Region Visitor Centre
- 8.30am to 5pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6450 5600
- srvc@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 49 Kosciuszko Road, Jindabyne NSW 2627
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).
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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.
Buy annual pass
Visitor centre
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Snowy Region Visitor Centre
49 Kosciuszko Road, Jindabyne NSW 2627 - 8.30am to 5pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6450 5600