The Perisher Valley Visitor Information Centre is the primary on‑mountain visitor hub for the Perisher ski resort and the central eastern section of Kosciuszko National Park. It provides essential services for winter snow visitors and summer alpine travellers.
Key Details
- Name: Perisher Valley Visitor Information Centre
- Address: 9914 Kosciuszko Road, Perisher Valley NSW 2624
- Phone: 1800 629 104
- Google Rating: 4.5 from 76+ reviews
- Opening Hours:
- Typically 8:30am – 4:30pm, 7 days a week (seasonal variations)
- Type: Visitor centre / tourist information centre within Kosciuszko National Park
It is operated by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS).
What Area It Caters For
The Perisher Valley Visitor Information Centre supports a large alpine region, especially for snow sports, hiking, and back‑country travel.
Perisher Ski Resort & Village
The centre provides information on:
- Perisher, Smiggin Holes, Blue Cow, and Guthega
- Lift operations and resort access
- Winter safety, chain requirements, and transport
- Accommodation and dining in the Perisher Valley area
This is the largest ski resort in the Southern Hemisphere.
Kosciuszko National Park (Central Eastern Section)
The centre is a key information point for:
- Charlotte Pass
- Guthega
- Blue Cow
- Smiggin Holes
- Kosciuszko Road corridor
- Main Range walking tracks
- Kosciuszko Summit access (via Charlotte Pass in summer)
It provides:
- Park passes
- Track maps
- Weather and alpine safety updates
- Seasonal road closure information
Snowy Mountains Winter Visitors
The centre caters heavily to:
- Skiers and snowboarders
- First‑time snow visitors
- Families needing safety and access advice
- Back‑country skiers and snowshoers
It provides:
- Avalanche and alpine safety guidance
- Chain fitting and road condition information
- Resort and transport updates
Summer Alpine Travellers
In summer, the centre supports:
- Hikers (Main Range, Blue Lake, Mt Kosciuszko)
- Mountain bikers
- Photographers and nature enthusiasts
- Campers and 4WD travellers
It provides:
- Track conditions
- Weather alerts
- Camping regulations
- Environmental and cultural information
Greater Snowy Mountains Region
Although smaller than the Jindabyne or Cooma centres, Perisher Valley VIC also provides information for:
- Jindabyne
- Thredbo
- Charlotte Pass Village
- Guthega and the Snowy Hydro Scheme
This includes:
- Accommodation
- Dining
- Events
- Transport and touring routes
Services Provided
- Maps, brochures, and national park guides
- Park passes and permits
- Snow, road, and weather condition updates
- Safety advice for alpine and back‑country travel
- Information on accommodation, dining, and transport
- Souvenirs and educational displays
Traveller Facilities Nearby
- Parking (limited in winter; Skitube recommended)
- Toilets
- Access to Perisher Centre, Skitube, and resort services
- Close to ski hire, ticketing, and shuttle services