Summer is in full swing, and if you’re looking for an awesome family getaway, Thredbo is the place to be. There are so many things to do in Thredbo in summer, in addition to the well-known activities of mountain biking and hiking. If you’re visiting in either the summer school holidays or Easter school holidays, Thredbo Resort offers a range of daily school holiday activities that will suit any pace and interest, from face painting to arts and craft and outdoor adventure challenges.

In this guide we’ll look at ten of the best ways to spend your summer family holiday in Thredbo at Boali Lodge.

1. Hit the Trails:

Put on your hiking boots and explore the amazing trails around Thredbo. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned hiker, there’s a trail for you. You can walk and hike the country’s most incredible alpine trails and enjoy the natural beauty of Australia’s highest mountains this summer while feasting your eyes on the breathtaking views around the snowy mountain. Choose a family-friendly hike to the top of Mt Kosciuszko, or try one of the Snowy Mountain Bucket List Hikes such as Mt. Kosciuszko Hike and Alpine Lakes Hike. There are also hikes where you can enjoy sunset to stargaze like the New Moon Hike and Aries Tor at Sunset. Whether it’s a beginner or an advanced day hike across the Main Range, there’s something for every age and ability to enjoy. Hiking is a must-do while visiting Thredbo throughout the summer. Check out our previous blog for detailed info on hiking on your way around Thredbo.

2. Mountain Biking Madness:

Thredbo is a paradise for mountain bikers, and the Thredbo Valley Track is perfect for a family ride. With gentle slopes and stunning scenery, this track features over 40kms of graded downhill and cross-country trails for the whole family to enjoy.

Beginners Head To Cruiser Area

Let your little shredders grab the opportunity to enjoy the MTB Park with lift passes in the Thredbo Mountain Park as they have it now available to riders aged 5 years & over.

Family Friendly MTB Trails

Sidewinder
Check out one of Thredbo’s new gravity mountain bike trails, Sidewinder. This trail offers riders of all abilities a fun and exciting downhill thrill.

Starting at the top of the Merritts Gondola, the gravity flow trail wraps around the side of the mountain, passing incredible terrain and fantastic views before finishing at either Friday Flat or Valley Terminal.

Grasshopper
Opened in 2022,  Grasshopper is an alternative trail to Lower All Mountain that takes in the east side of the Cruiser chairlift ridge.

There are a lot of trails to explore around Thredbo. If you’re a beginner you can try checking out the easy gravity trails such as Easy Rider, Sidewinder, Centre Link, and Woodys.

For the Low Intermediate bikers who are confident enough in riding off a small gutter or over small roots and rocks, tackle the flow-style blue trails in this order: Grasshopper, Kosciuszko Flow, and Ricochet.

But if you’re one of those bikers who can maintain their momentum and ride through rocky and rooty sections of the trails, and are looking to increase speed on technical sections while learning to ride jumps and drops, the Paparazzi, Flow Link, Lower All-Mountain, and Upper All-Mountain are the trails for you to enjoy.

3. Fun at the Thredbo Leisure Centre:

When outside weather doesn’t permit you to enjoy outdoor activities, head to the Thredbo Leisure Centre and take a dip in the pool, hit the waterslide and splash in the water play area, or test your skills on the giant inflatable obstacle course. It’s a water wonderland for the whole family!

After a dip in the pool, or if you just want to sweat yourself for an adrenaline rush, head to the sports hall for a fun game of basketball, indoor soccer, netball or challenge each other to a game on the ping pong tables. There’s also an extensive gym fully equipped with a variety of weights and cardio training room, providing the rare opportunity to work out at over 1,360m altitude.

Not enough? Try traversing the bouldering wall or book in a session of squash.

4. Scenic Chairlift Rides:

Want a bird’s-eye view of the mountains? Hop on the Kosciuszko Chairlift to the top for amazing alpine vistas and start your way there to Thredbo’s alpine hiking tracks including the walkway to Mt Kosciuszko Summit. Enjoy a scenic ride and the incredible views while also riding the Merritts Gondola. This high-speed ride can take eight scenic passengers from the Village to the base of the Cruiser Area in approximately 6 minutes. Ride to the top for incredible mountain views and tasty dining at Merritts Mountain House. Using the Kosciuszko Chairlift and Merritts Gondola is a fantastic way for the family to soak in the beauty of Thredbo without breaking a sweat. Whether you’re hiking, mountain biking, or soaking up the stunning mountain views, riding Thredbo’s lifts is a must-do in summer.

5. Discover the Snowies through a Game of Disc Golf.

Disc Golf, also known as Frisbee Golf, is witnessing rapid growth in Australia and worldwide according to the Australian Disc Golf Association. Six of the 100 permanent courses scattered across Australia are nestled in the Snowy Mountains between Thredbo and Jindabyne, this region boasts arguably the highest concentration of disc golf courses in the country. If you’re a disc golf enthusiast, a visit to Thredbo is a must. Even if you haven’t tried disc golf yet, take the time to give it a shot during your Thredbo visit. Want to learn more about disc golf? Check our blog post and get ready to enjoy your summer time in Thredbo.

6. Tennis

Having two tennis courts, play a fun game this summer with family and friends during your stay at Thredbo. Head on to the Guest Services Valley Terminal to book a tennis court or rent tennis racquets.

7. Fly Fishing

Home to some of the wildest trout in Australia, enjoy the pristine Thredbo River and indulge yourself with the clarity and peace Thredbo offers as you cast a line and fish amongst the beauty of the Snowy Mountains. From each October, the fly fishing season on the Thredbo River and its tributaries will be available until the June Long Weekend.

8. Golf                                                                                            

Experience what it is like to play a round of golf on Australia’s highest golf course.

Situated alongside the Thredbo River and around the base of the mountain, Thredbo’s 9-hole course offers outstanding alpine playing conditions and beautiful views. It has a little bit of everything dotted with wildflowers and lined with eucalyptus. With the Snake Pit and Wally Wombat’s House, even seasoned golfers are in with these unique challenges.

9. Alpine Bobsled

Ride the 700m family-friendly Alpine Bobsled track as it twists and turns its way down the mountain while you control the speed with a brake on your sled. Located just a short distance from Valley Terminal along the Merritts Nature Track.

9 years of age and older or over 130 cms tall can ride the Alpine Bobsled on their own. For the kids under 9, you can ride it with a responsible adult.

 

10. Bounce on a Trampoline

Bounce with some friends, learn new trick or just see how high you can  go with the soft and safe bounce of the Springfree® Trampoline. Located at the Village Green, Valley Terminal and Thredbo Leisure Centre, Springfree® Trampoline is available for everyone to enjoy.

 Boali Lodge: The Best Family Accommodation in Thredbo

Situated just two minutes’ walk from the Kosciuszko chairlift in the heart of Thredbo Village, Boali Lodge is the perfect base for your Summer family holiday activities around Thredbo. Boali offers exceptional value for families, friends or couples looking for the ultimate stress-free summer holiday, with fully catered accommodation. Three delicious meals a day are included, starting with a hot cooked breakfast with continental options, lunch and high quality, hearty and healthy 2 course dinners.

We’re a little different to your usual hotel accommodation, with a range of family-friendly facilities including dedicated kids play room featuring table football, a host of games to choose from, and a television for that necessary downtime between activities. We have a separate adults-only television room also.

Our large communal guest lounge is a great place to relax and catch up with family and friends, with a balcony overlooking the mountain.

We have a range of Family Loft rooms if you all wish to share a room with your kids, or you can have a bit of space across multiple King/Twin rooms close to each other.

Finally there is plenty of secure storage for all your equipment.

Take a look at our special offers on Thredbo summer accommodation and plan your holiday today!