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Kosciuszko lookout

Thredbo-Perisher area in Kosciuszko National Park

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Overview

Kosciuszko lookout offers spectacular views of Australia’s highest peaks, including Mount Kosciuszko, and alpine landscapes in Kosciuszko National Park, near Thredbo.

Kosciuszko lookout is around 2km from the top of Thredbo’s Kosciuszko Express chairlift (fees apply), on the Kosciuszko walk.

Set amongst alpine herb fields, the lookout gives you panoramic views of Mount Kosciuszko, the upper catchment of the Snowy River, and the rugged, granite tors of the Ramshead Range. 

From the lookout you can appreciate the unique silhouette of Australia’s ancient alps. Snow patches that last into the summer months are also unique to this side of the range, and are a reminder of the harsh winter conditions in the Snowy Mountains.

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  • Thredbo to Mount Kosciuszko walk, Kosciuszko National Park. Photo: Elinor Sheargold © OEH

    Kosciuszko walk - Thredbo to Mount Kosciuszko

    This iconic day walk from Thredbo will have you conquering the summit of Mount Kosciuszko in a couple of hours. You'll quite literally be on a high as you soak in the epic views from Australia's highest point.

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  • 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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