The Khancoban Visitor Information Centre is a key visitor hub on the western side of Kosciuszko National Park, serving travellers exploring the Alpine Way, the Upper Murray, and the Snowy Mountains. It’s smaller than the Jindabyne or Cooma centres, but it is strategically located for people entering the mountains from Victoria or touring the Snowy Hydro Scheme.
Key Details
- Name: Khancoban Visitor Information Centre
- Address: Alpine Way, Khancoban NSW 2642
(Located near the town centre and the lake foreshore) - Phone: (02) 6076 9471
- Opening Hours:
- Typically 9:00am – 4:00pm, 7 days a week
- Hours may vary in winter or off‑season
- Facilities:
- Visitor information desk
- Snowy Hydro displays
- Maps and brochures
- Toilets nearby
- Parking for cars and caravans
- Close to shops, fuel, and the lake
The centre is operated in partnership with Snowy Hydro and Snowy Valleys Council.
What Area It Caters For
The Khancoban Visitor Information Centre supports a large alpine and high‑country region, especially the western approaches to Kosciuszko National Park.
Khancoban Township
Information on:
- Khancoban Pondage and lake activities
- Fishing (trout-rich waters)
- Local walks and lookouts
- Shops, cafés, and accommodation
- Snowy Hydro history and infrastructure
Khancoban is a quiet alpine village and a gateway to the Alpine Way.
Alpine Way Touring Route
The centre supports travellers driving the spectacular route between:
- Khancoban → Geehi → Tom Groggin → Thredbo → Jindabyne
This includes:
- Road condition updates
- Camping and picnic areas
- Lookouts and scenic stops
- Wildlife and safety advice
The Alpine Way is one of the most scenic mountain drives in Australia.
Kosciuszko National Park (Western Side)
The centre provides information for:
- Geehi Flats
- Geehi Walls
- Scammell’s Lookout
- Tom Groggin
- Leatherbarrel Creek
- Dead Horse Gap
- Main Range access from the west
This area is popular for:
- 4WD touring
- Camping
- Fishing
- Alpine scenery
- Back‑country hiking
Snowy Hydro Scheme (Murray Region)
Khancoban is one of the key towns associated with the Snowy Hydro Scheme.
The centre provides information on:
- Murray 1 Power Station (visitor centre nearby)
- Murray 2 Power Station
- Dams, aqueducts, and lookouts
- Snowy Hydro history and engineering
Upper Murray & Snowy Valleys Region
The centre also supports visitors exploring:
- Tooma
- Jingellic
- Tumbarumba
- Corryong (VIC)
- Murray River headwaters
This includes:
- Scenic drives
- Wineries and farm‑gate produce
- Fishing and camping
- Historic sites
Outdoor, Adventure & Nature Travellers
The centre is especially useful for:
- Hikers
- 4WD travellers
- Anglers
- Campers and caravanners
- Cyclists touring the Alpine Way
It provides:
- Track maps
- Seasonal closures
- Fire and weather alerts
- Back‑country safety information
Services Provided
- Maps, brochures, and regional guides
- National park and Snowy Hydro information
- Road, weather, and safety updates
- Information on accommodation, dining, and camping
- Souvenirs and local products
- Advice on hiking, fishing, and 4WD touring
Traveller Facilities Nearby
- Parking for cars and caravans
- Public toilets
- Fuel and general store in town
- Access to Khancoban Pondage foreshore
- Close to Alpine Way entry point