Construction of Stage 4 has recommenced
Construction on the fourth stage of the Snowies Alpine Walk, between Perisher and Bullocks Flat in Kosciuszko National Park, has recommenced now that winter is over and the snow has retreated.
The new 12 km section of the walk includes over 1.3 km of steel platforms, 1.5 km of rock paving, 700 rock steps, and benched natural surface track. The Perisher to Bullocks Flat track has been designed with consideration of environmental and cultural heritage values and at a sustainable grade to reduce erosion and enhance the visitor experience.
This fourth and final stage is due for completion in spring 2024 and will see the entire multi-day walk launched then.
The Snowies Alpine Walk is being constructed in 4 stages:
- Stage 1 – re-routing the Mount Lee section of the Main Range walk (now open)
- Stage 2 – Guthega to Charlotte Pass walk (now open)
- Stage 3 – Charlotte Pass to Perisher walk (now open)
- Stage 4 – Perisher to Bullocks Flat walk (under construction).
There’s a lot of other work happening in the region so always check the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) alerts webpage for the latest park closures and other important notifications. Things may also change day-to-day, especially as we undertake major upgrades to popular tracks such as the Mount Kosciuszko Summit walk so check in regularly to ensure you have the latest information.
Did you know?
Most of the rock used for the paving and steps on the Snowies Alpine Walk has been sourced from a stockpile within Kosciuszko National Park, left over from the Snowy Scheme construction in the 1950s and 1960s.
Stage 4 update – Perisher to Bullocks Flat
Stage 4 of the Snowies Alpine Walk will form part of the world class 55 km multi-day walk experience. The construction of Stage 4 includes 11.4 km of new walking track, upgrades to car parking facilities and signage. The final stage will complement the first 3 stages in connecting the villages of Thredbo, Charlotte Pass, Guthega, Perisher and Bullocks Flat and will enhance tourism in the region.
Over 1.3 km of steel platform, including staircases and creek crossings, has been installed to protect sensitive habitats and traverse steep sections of the track. Construction is continuing on the track and rock steps, with crews walking up to 12 km per day to complete the most remote sections. A review of heritage values around the Bullocks Hut site is also being undertaken.
Construction commenced before winter at the Perisher track head and work is underway to upgrade the car parking, signage and other facilities for visitors. Car parking during these works will be limited, and some diversions around the construction site may be in place.
What else is being worked on?
- A new timber viewing platform overlooking Thredbo valley
- seating along the track
- distance totems and signage
- 15 new car parking spots with a turning circle and drop-off bay at the Perisher/Porcupine track head.
The final section of the Snowies Alpine Walk is due for completion in spring 2024. Please remember to always check NPWS alerts for the latest closure information and notifications before visiting Kosciuszko National Park.
This project is jointly funded by the Australian Government under the Regional Recovery Partnerships and the NSW Government to support existing plans and priorities within the regions. To find out more, please visit the Regional Recovery Partnerships projects website.
