Snow Viewing Spots Around Canberra | 4 Great Places for Snow Fun with
Besides heading to the snow mountains in New South Wales, there are actually many hidden snow landscapes worth exploring in and around the ACT, perfect for family trips, outings with friends, or solo adventures. Corin Forest Snow Playground (A snow paradise for the whole family) 📍 Address: 1268 Corin Rd, Paddys River 🚗 Approximately 50 minutes by car from Canberra city center ❣️ Corin Forest is one of the most popular winter spots for Canberrans. Thanks to its artificial snow-making system, you can plan your trip with confidence even if natural snowfall is inconsistent. ❣️ Recommended activities: Tobogganing, Snow Play, and skiing/snowboarding experiences (ideal for beginners). Square Rock - Serene Snowy Wilderness in Namadgi National Park 📍 1268 Corin Rd, Paddys River 🚶♀️ 1 hour by car + approximately 10.5km hike ❣️ This is a perfect snow destination for hiking enthusiasts. Along the way, you’ll encounter tall granite rock formations, snow gum forests, and alpine ash woodlands. Upon reaching Square Rock Lookout, you can overlook the surrounding snow-capped mountains, a scene as beautiful as a painting. Suitable for adventurers with good physical fitness and sufficient gear. Camels Hump – Snow-Capped Peak in Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve 📍 Mountain Creek Carpark 🚶♀️ 1 hour by car + 13km hike ❣️ This is the most likely place in Tidbinbilla to see snow. The hiking trail climbs nearly 600 meters in elevation, with scenery changing from rainforests to subalpine forests. Along the way, you may spot ferns, wildflowers, small animals, and enjoy distant views of the Brindabella Ranges, Canberra city, and Gibraltar Peak. ⚠️ The hike is rated level 5, suitable for experienced climbers. The path is steep and complex, so be sure to go with companions and prepare fully. Yarrangobilly Caves – Enjoy Snow Scenery and Hot Springs Together! 📍 Thermal Pool Walk, within Kosciuszko National Park 🚗 Approximately 2.5 hours by car + 700m downhill hike ❣️ What’s it like to soak in hot springs amid snow in winter? At Yarrangobilly, you can relax in a natural thermal pool with a constant temperature of 27°C, surrounded by snow-covered valleys, while sipping hot chocolate. #CanberraLife #CanberraActivities #WhereToGoInWinter #WinterGetaways #AroundCanberra #CanberraWeekend #CanberraSkiing #CanberraWithKids #CanberraDaily #CanberraExploration #CanberraTravel #CanberraSnowViewing