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Mount Kosciuszko Summit walk

Thredbo-Perisher area in Kosciuszko National Park

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Current alerts in this area

Last reviewed: Fri 17 January 2025, 3.33pm

Applies from Fri 17 Jan 2025, 3.30pm to Wed 22 Jan 2025, 7.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jan 2025, 3.33pm.

Closed areas: Notification of Helicopter Operations - Kosciuszko Summit and Summit Walk - Wednesday 22nd January

Helicopter sling load operations are scheduled to occur from Seamans Helipad to the Summit Walk between 7.00am – 9.00am AND 4.00pm - 7.00pm on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 (depending on weather and flying conditions).

The Summit Walk beyond Rawson Pass (and summit area of Mount Kosciuszko) will be CLOSED during these times.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Fri 27 Dec 2024, 2.15pm. Last reviewed: Sat 18 Jan 2025, 8.46am

Fires - Advice: HANNELS SPUR, GEEHI

There is a fire in this park called HANNELS SPUR, GEEHI. Refer to the Rural Fire Service for latest information. Do not enter any closed area or area with fire. If you see an unattended fire call Triple Zero (000). Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire safety in parks and reserves, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page for park safety guidelines.

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Applies from Fri 17 Jan 2025, 3.30pm to Wed 22 Jan 2025, 7.30pm. Last reviewed: Fri 17 Jan 2025, 3.33pm

Closed areas: Notification of Helicopter Operations - Kosciuszko Summit and Summit Walk - Wednesday 22nd January

Helicopter sling load operations are scheduled to occur from Seamans Helipad to the Summit Walk between 7.00am – 9.00am AND 4.00pm - 7.00pm on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 (depending on weather and flying conditions).

The Summit Walk beyond Rawson Pass (and summit area of Mount Kosciuszko) will be CLOSED during these times.

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Applies from Fri 29 Sep 2023, 4.00pm. Last reviewed: Sat 5 Oct 2024, 10.33am

Closed areas: Kosciuszko National Park closed sites

A number of sites in Kosciuszko National Park are closed or may have other restrictions until further notice.

Road Closures

Olsens Road BEYOND Geehi Dam

Fire-affected areas

Some sections of Kosciuszko National Park which burnt during the 2019/2020 fires remain closed. These areas include:

  • Wolgal and Pattinson's Huts

Huts that burnt down in the 2020 fires

These locations remain open, but the following huts or buildings have been lost:

  • Linesman's No.3 Huts, Round Mountain Hut, and Dry Dam Ski Shelter.
  • Warning: Please take care as there may be broken glass/nails that are uncovered since NPWS made records and cleaned up these sites. Please do not disturb the sites or remove artefacts.

Snowy 2.0 works affecting access to Tantangara Road and Tantangara Dam

  • Access to the southern end of Tantangara Reservoir via Quarry trail is closed to the public.
  • Access to the southern end boat ramp is open, but may be subject to short-term closures.
  • Current boating and camping access to Tantangara Reservoir will still be available at access points on the northern end of the reservoir, via Port Phillip and Dam trails.

Do not enter closed areas in Kosciuszko National Park. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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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/walking-tracks/mount-kosciuszko-summit-walk/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

For all NSW fires visit the Rural Fire Service

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

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