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via Khancoban to Tumut, then returns to
Cooma via the Snowy Mountains Highway.
The Alpine Way, one of Australia’s great touring
routes, begins at Jindabyne and threads its way
through picturesque mountain valleys. It takes
you through Thredbo village and Dead Horse
Gap and passes close to Tom Groggin camping
area. The drive continues to Khancoban, where
you can take in dramatic views of both the
mountains and Murray 1 and Murray 2 Power
Stations, tucked away in the gorges on the far
side of the range. National park fees apply for
vehicle access.
Riding the High Country
Horse-riding in the Snowy Mountains NSW
is a great thrill. After all, this is the area that
gave birth to the legendary stories and poems
of mountain horsemen such as Clancy of the
Overflow and Banjo Paterson’s epic ballad,
The Man from Snowy River. Several properties
within easy reach of Cooma offer horseriding
on the high plains – or even into the
snow gums and boulder-studded hillsides of
Kosciuszko National Park. In the Thredbo Valley
you’ll find adventure operators offering horserides
and treks, or there’s great riding at Tom
Groggin Station on the Upper Murray River.
Guided treks are possible at several places, such
as Snowy River Horseback Adventure, based on
the Barry Way, just outside Jindabyne. Between
September and May, riders of all abilities can
top off a thrilling day in the saddle with a night
in a mountain chalet – with a hot shower, a
taste of country hospitality and a three-course
meal, followed by a lazy evening around the fire.
Walk to the top
Hiking to the top of Australia’s highest summit,
Kosciuszko peak, is one of the most inspiring
one-day walks in the country. During summer,
Kosciuszko peak can be reached from two
starting points – the top of the chairlift at
Thredbo or from the snow gums at Charlotte
Pass. Both routes are equally scenic, traversing
glacial lakes with breathtaking views of the
valley and ranges that make up one of the
world’s most dramatic ecosystems. Total
climbing distance is over 600 metres and well
within the ability of an average walker.
For more information, contact
the Snowy Region Visitor Centre,
telephone: 1800 004 439, or visit our
website: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
outdoor adventures