Lake Mountain Snow Play Tours from Melbourne
Experience snow play at Melbourne’s closest alpine resort
Experience the magic of Victoria’s snow season on a Lake Mountain snow tour from Melbourne with Explore Australia Tours.
Located approximately two hours from Melbourne, Lake Mountain Alpine Resort is an ideal snow destination for families, couples and international visitors experiencing snow for the first time. Spend over three hours enjoying snow play, building snowmen, capturing winter photos and trying optional tobogganing at your own expense.
Choose from two unforgettable small-group winter day tours: combine your snow adventure with the beauty of Steavenson Falls , or make your day even more iconic with a ride aboard the famous Puffing Billy steam train .
Snow Play Near Melbourne Without the Skiing
Lake Mountain is a wonderful choice for visitors who want to see and play in the snow without planning a ski or snowboard holiday. It is particularly suited to families, first-time snow visitors and travellers looking for an easy winter day trip from Melbourne.
Travel from Melbourne with a friendly local guide and enjoy the alpine scenery, snow play areas and the chance to try tobogganing at the resort. With two tour options available, you can pair your snow day with beautiful waterfalls or one of Victoria’s most iconic heritage railway experiences.
Choose Your Lake Mountain Snow Tour
Explore our two Lake Mountain snow experiences from Melbourne:
Lake Mountain Snow Play & Waterfalls Tour
Enjoy over three hours of snow play at Lake Mountain, followed by scenic Victorian nature experiences including beautiful Steavenson Falls.
Lake Mountain Snow & Puffing Billy Tour
Combine over three hours of snow play at Lake Mountain with a memorable journey aboard the iconic Puffing Billy steam train through the Dandenong Ranges.
Lake Mountain Snow Tour FAQs
Is Lake Mountain close to Melbourne?
Yes. Lake Mountain Alpine Resort is approximately two hours from Melbourne CBD and is known as Melbourne’s closest alpine resort, making it a popular choice for an easy snow play day trip from Melbourne.
Is Lake Mountain suitable for snow play rather than skiing?
Yes. Our Lake Mountain tours are perfect for guests who want to experience snow play, build snowmen, take winter photos and try optional tobogganing. No skiing or snowboarding experience is required.
How much time do we spend at Lake Mountain?
Both of our Lake Mountain snow tours include three hours at the alpine resort to enjoy snow play and optional winter activities.
Is tobogganing included in the tour price?
Tobogganing is available at Lake Mountain at an additional cost. Toboggan hire and access to the resort’s toboggan runs can be arranged at the resort, subject to operating and snow conditions.
Are snow conditions guaranteed?
Snow conditions are weather dependent and can vary throughout the winter season. Lake Mountain maintains designated snow play areas with artificial snow when natural snowfall is insufficient, subject to resort operations and conditions.
Which Lake Mountain snow tour should I choose?
Choose the Lake Mountain Snow Play & Waterfalls Tour for a scenic snow and nature day, or choose the Lake Mountain Snow & Puffing Billy Tour to combine snow play with one of Victoria’s most iconic train journeys.
Ready to Experience Snow at Lake Mountain?
Lake Mountain snow tours are seasonal winter experiences and are especially popular with families and international visitors experiencing snow for the first time.
Explore your preferred snow adventure and book early to avoid disappointment during the busy winter season.