List of Bushwalks in Charlotte Pass

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Charlotte Pass to Village Dam

Charlotte Pass to Village Dam

810 m return

20 min to 30 min

This short, leisurely walk starts at the bottom of the Kangaroo Ridge Triple Chairlift, just on the edge of the village. The walk follows the faint grassy service trail around the edge of the great snow gum forest to the small dam in Spencers Creek, not far from the village. This is a great walk for those at the village who want a relaxing stroll. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Charlotte Pass to Village Lookdown - Little Stilwell

Charlotte Pass to Village Lookdown - Little Stilwell

2.7 km return

1 h 30 min to 3 h

This is a fun walk, starting from the bottom of the Kangaroo Ridge Triple Chairlift, and following the management trail and bush track up the side of the ridge along a very faint informal track through a great snowgum forest to the top, where it comes to the village lockdown, Little Stilwell, near an old demolished Tbar station. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Charlotte Pass to Mt Stilwell

Charlotte Pass to Mt Stilwell

3.9 km return

1 h 15 min to 2 h

This enjoyable walk starts from the end of Kosciuszko Rd, Charlotte Pass, and follows the ridgeline, on the western side of the village, up to the top of Mt Stilwell. The walk passes the Tbar and Chairlift stations along the way. This walk follows a clear track to the top, and is great for those looking for a short walk with some great views. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Charlotte Pass Village and Mt Stilwell Loop

Charlotte Pass Village and Mt Stilwell Loop

4.1 km circuit

1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min

4.1 km

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1 h 45 min to 2 h 15 min

This loop walk starts at Charlotte Pass, and winds up to Mt Stilwell's peak, with stunning views in every direction. The walk then goes along the ridge line to the village lookdown, near the demolished Tbar station, before returning to the village through the snow gum forest. There is an optional side trip to the village dam, in Spencers Creek, that is a nice area for a picnic before returning to the village. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Summit Trail - Charlotte Pass to Snowy River

Summit Trail - Charlotte Pass to Snowy River

9 km return

3 h to 6 h

Starting at the end of the road at Charlotte Pass, this walk follows the old Kosciuszko Road towards the main range, stopping at the bridge over the Snowy River. At this point the Snowy River is still in its infancy, as is starts its long journey to the ocean in Victoria. The walk follows a well defined management trail that was a public road until 1976. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Main Range Track - Charlotte Pass to Blue Lake

Main Range Track - Charlotte Pass to Blue Lake

10.1 km return

3 h 45 min to 5 h 30 min

10.1 km

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3 h 45 min to 5 h 30 min

This walk starts from the end of Kosciuszko Road, at Charlotte Pass, and follows the signposted Main Range Track to the Blue Lake lookout. The walk crosses the famous Snowy River along the way. The Blue Lake lookout is located a short walk down sidetrack and provides stunning views of the lake. There are a series of information signs that provide information on how this lake and other features in the area where formed. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Summit Trail - Charlotte Pass to Seamans Hut

Summit Trail - Charlotte Pass to Seamans Hut

11.9 km return

4 h to 4 h 30 min

This nice walk starts from Charlotte Pass and follows the old Kosciuszko Road through the mountains to Seamans Hut, crossing the famous Snowy River along the way. Seamans Hut is a great place to enjoy lunch and is openly available for day use (and for emergency use at night). Most of this walk gives excellent grandstand views across the valley and down the Snowy River. The walk follows a well defined management trail (that was once a public road) with signposts along the way. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Summit Trail - Charlotte Pass to Rawson Pass

Summit Trail - Charlotte Pass to Rawson Pass

15.2 km return

5 h to 5 h 30 min

This walk starts at the end of the road at Charlotte Pass, and follows the Old Kosciuszko Road as it winds through the mountains to Rawson Pass. The walk passes the well known Snowy River and Seamans Hut. Rawson Pass is at the foot of Australia's highest mountain, and there are great views along the main range. Rawson Pass is also home to the highest public toilets in Australia. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Charlotte Pass to Mount Kosciuszko - Summit Trail

Charlotte Pass to Mount Kosciuszko - Summit Trail

18.5 km return

6 h to 7 h 30 min

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Main Range Walk - Charlotte Pass to Mount Kosciuszko

Main Range Walk - Charlotte Pass to Mount Kosciuszko

21.8 km circuit

7 h 30 min to 9 h

This full day walk explores some of the greatest alpine country on offer in NSW. The walk grants views of Blue, Club and Albina Lakes, climbs to the top of Mt Kosciuszko and crosses the famous Snowy River twice. This main range circuit is one of the classic walks in New South Wales, as the views in clear weather extend all the way over the mountainous landscape to the distant horizon. If you want to stay overnight there is a flat area for camping at Wilkinsons Creek, described as a side trip. Let us begin by acknowledging the Ngarigo people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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