The perfect place from which to visit the Snowy Mountains area, where you can enjoy snowboarding and skiing, being only half-an-hour from Thredbo and Perisher Blue. Take advantage of ski hire, the variety of places to eat, the local cinema and range of accommodation from camping to fully-serviced resorts.

The original town of Jindabyne was relocated in the 1960's when the Snowy River was dammed as part of the Snowy Mountains Scheme. Some of the remains of the old town can occasionally be glimpsed when the level of Lake Jindabyne is low. To get a good view over the lake, head for Waste Point Lookout on the Kosciuszko Road.

Attractions include Jindabyne Dam Wall, Kosciuszko National Park, trout fishing, water sports, and horse riding. Include Jindabyne if you are touring the area by car, or just passing through on your way to Melbourne or Sydney. Pick up the Kosciuszko Alpine Way touring map and the NPWS Kosciuszko Today from the local visitor centre.

Check out some of the regions travel guide attractions and towns listed above and make sure you visit the local tourist centre for additional information.

The Snowy Region Visitor Centre at Jindabyne include a natural/cultural displays and a cinema. For Jindabyne accommodation click here: