Perisher is a ski resort located in New South Wales, Australia, sitting at an elevation range of 5,574ft (1699m) to 6,884ft (2098m). With a vertical drop of 1,310ft (399m), the resort offers 113 trails served by 47 lifts across 3,076 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Canberra Airport (CBR), approximately 220 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 75 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 60% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Early June to Early October
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
40cm
Snow Depth
(16")
1°C
-4°C to 1°C
(25°F / 34°F)
75"
Annual Snowfall
(191cm)
60%
Snowmaking
coverage
75"
annual avg
113
Total Trails
47
Lifts
3,076
Skiable Acres
1,310ft
Vertical Drop
Perisher offers a balanced mix of terrain with 22% beginner, 60% intermediate, 14% advanced, and 4% expert-only runs. The well-rounded terrain distribution accommodates skiers of all ability levels.
47
Total Lifts
1,310ft
Vertical Drop
399m
(1,310ft)
6,884ft
Peak
5,574ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$105
avg/day
July offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Perisher. The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
August
45cm snow, high crowds, $125/day
October
$85/day, 3cm snow, very low crowds
20cm
snowfall
3°/-3°
high/low °C
crowds
$99
day pass
40cm
snowfall
1°/-4°
high/low °C
crowds
$119
day pass
45cm
snowfall
2°/-4°
high/low °C
crowds
$125
day pass
20cm
snowfall
5°/-1°
high/low °C
crowds
$99
day pass
3cm
snowfall
9°/2°
high/low °C
crowds
$85
day pass
Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Perisher.
Adult Day Pass
$109
per day
Season Pass
$999
full season
Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:
Day pass pricing at Perisher varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Perisher is included on the Epic pass, which can offer significant savings for skiers visiting multiple resorts per season.
Canberra Airport (CBR)
Approx. 220 min drive
New South Wales, Australia 🇦🇺
-36.3705°N, 148.4063°E
The drive from Canberra Airport to Perisher takes approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Perisher offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $80 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $150-300 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $500 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.