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Dead Horse Gap walking track

Thredbo-Perisher area in Kosciuszko National Park

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Current alerts in this area

There are no current alerts in this area.

Nearby alerts

Applies from Wed 10 May 2023, 9.01pm. Last reviewed: Tue 30 May 2023, 11.28am

Safety alerts: High altitude walks - snow covered

The following high altitude walks are currently snow covered:

  • Main Range walk
  • Summit walk
  • Kosciuszko walk
  • Mount Stilwell walk
  • Guthega to Charlotte Pass Walk

Other walks have shorter sections of snow and ice cover. Snow covered walks can be more difficult to follow, slippery, icy and steep. There is also a risk of long falls and slides as you cross slopes. You should be prepared for winter conditions with:

  • Snowshoes
  • Solid walking boots
  • Navigation skills and map, compass and GPS
  • Plans for walks to take longer than normal.

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

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Applies from Thu 11 May 2023, 8.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 16 May 2023, 2.01pm

Closed areas: Rawson Pass toilet closed for winter

Rawson Pass toilet is closed from Thursday May 11 to the end of winter. Seamans Hut toilet will remain open all winter.

You are encouraged to carry out your human waste when toilets are not available on the Main Range. Please refer to these resources for more information: 

For more information, contact the local NPWS office.

Affects 1 park and 3 locations nearby. Show list

Applies from Sun 7 May 2023, 9.40am. Last reviewed: Tue 9 May 2023, 12.00pm

Closed areas: Thredbo Valley track partial closure

Thredbo Valley track is closed until further notice between the following track heads due to recent snowfalls:

  • Thredbo Resort and Ngarigo campground
  • Bullocks Flat and Gaden Trout Hatchery

Please abide by IMBA guidelines and don't ride on wet tracks. Please check back for updates as these closures may change.

Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, call the Snowy Region Visitor Centre on 02 6450 5600 or visit the NSW National Parks safety page for park safety guidelines.

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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/dead-horse-gap-walking-track/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. Read our Annual Pass FAQs for information. Short Breaks Pass: $68 for 5 days park entry at price of 4 days (not valid winter). Eligible pensioners can apply for a complementary NPWS concession pass, to get free park entry. Download the exemption form (154KB doc).

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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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