Snowy River National Park Park

Victorian national park protecting Alpine river and wilderness

Victorian alpine park protecting Snowy River headwaters, mountain ash forests and subalpine plains; used for bushwalking, trout fishing and multi‑day hikes.

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Snowy River National Park at a Glance#

Address: Snowy River National Park, Victoria, Australia

Website: https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/snowy-river-national-park

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How to Get to Snowy River National Park#

By car from Orbost (approx. 70-120 km depending on park entry point) via Snowy River Road and a network of unsealed park roads. Some walking tracks begin from showgrounds or picnic areas-check Parks Victoria for the best access points.

Tips for Visiting Snowy River National Park#

  • Hike the walking tracks early in the morning to avoid the hottest part of the day in summer and to see wildlife at waterholes.
  • Some sections are remote-carry a detailed topo map and tell park staff your route.
  • Parts of the park are closed to vehicle access during wet seasons; check park alerts before driving.

Best Time to Visit Snowy River National Park#

Accessible year-round but most comfortable outside the hottest summer months; check river conditions after heavy rain.

Summer
Dec-Feb · 15-30°C
Warm weather and long days; some river crossings may be difficult after heavy rain.
Autumn-Spring
Mar-May, Sep-Nov · 5-20°C
Cooler temperatures and colourful foliage around river valleys; spring wildflowers follow rains.

Weather & Climate near Snowy River National Park#

Climate

Snowy River National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 1°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (853 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 34 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 10° - 22° 16° 70 mm - - 4.2 m/s - -
February - 11° - 21° 16° 62 mm - - 3.7 m/s - -
March - 9° - 19° 14° 78 mm - - 3.7 m/s - -
April - 6° - 15° 11° 61 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -
May - 4° - 11° 5° 62 mm - - 3.9 m/s - -
June - 2° - 8° 2° 72 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
July - 1° - 7° 1° 57 mm - - 3.8 m/s - -
August - 2° - 8° 2° 61 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -
September - 3° - 11° 4° 77 mm - - 4.3 m/s - -
October - 5° - 14° 7° 83 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -
November - 7° - 17° 12° 96 mm - - 4.2 m/s - -
December - 8° - 19° 14° 74 mm - - 4.3 m/s - -