The Snowy Region Visitor Centre is the main visitor hub for the Snowy Mountains and Kosciuszko National Park, providing expert advice, maps, safety information, and regional insights for one of Australia’s most popular alpine destinations. It is one of the largest and best‑equipped visitor centres in NSW.
Key Details
- Name: Snowy Region Visitor Centre
- Address: Kosciuszko Road, Jindabyne NSW 2627
(Located at the entrance to Jindabyne, near the National Parks office) - Phone: (02) 6450 5600
- Opening Hours:
- Typically 8:30am – 4:30pm, 7 days a week
- Extended hours during peak winter season
- Facilities:
- Large visitor centre
- National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) office
- Exhibits and displays
- Toilets
- Parking for cars and long vehicles
- Retail shop with maps, books, and outdoor essentials
It is the primary information point for anyone entering Kosciuszko National Park from the east.
What Area It Caters For
The centre supports a large alpine and high‑country region, including national parks, ski resorts, and Snowy Mountains towns.
Jindabyne & Surrounds
Information on:
- Lake Jindabyne activities
- Local walks and bike trails
- Accommodation and dining
- Snowy Mountains events
- Fishing, boating, and water sports
Jindabyne is the main service town for the Snowy Mountains.
Kosciuszko National Park (Eastern Side)
This is the primary area the centre caters for, including:
- Thredbo
- Perisher / Smiggin Holes / Blue Cow
- Charlotte Pass
- Guthega
- Sawpit Creek
- Island Bend & Guthega Pondage
- Kosciuszko Summit Walk
- Main Range Track
- Yarrangobilly Caves (information provided even though it’s further north)
The centre provides:
- Park passes
- Safety and weather updates
- Snow and road condition information
- Hiking, camping, and back‑country advice
Snowy Mountains Ski Resorts
The centre supports visitors heading to:
- Perisher (largest ski resort in the Southern Hemisphere)
- Thredbo
- Charlotte Pass
This includes:
- Winter access information
- Chain requirements
- Transport and parking advice
- Back‑country safety
Snowy Hydro & High Country Touring
The centre provides information on:
- Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre
- Snowy Hydro infrastructure (dams, power stations, lookouts)
- Alpine Way touring route
- Jindabyne ↔ Khancoban touring
- Jindabyne ↔ Cooma ↔ Canberra routes
Outdoor, Adventure & Back‑Country Travellers
A major audience includes:
- Hikers
- Mountain bikers
- Ski tourers
- Snowboarders
- 4WD travellers
- Campers and caravanners
The centre provides:
- Track maps
- Avalanche and alpine safety advice
- Camping permits
- Seasonal closures and alerts
Services Provided
- Maps, brochures, and regional guides
- National park passes and permits
- Road, weather, and snow condition updates
- Advice on hiking, skiing, camping, and safety
- Souvenirs, books, and outdoor gear
- Information on accommodation and transport
- Exhibits on natural and cultural history
Traveller Facilities Nearby
- Large parking area
- Public toilets
- EV charging in Jindabyne
- Close to shops, cafés, and supermarkets
- Easy access to Kosciuszko Road (main route into the mountains)