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Falls Creek Resort Guide
Fair · 2026 season average
Projected to open June 5, 2027 · average of 119 verified open days
Best months to book: August, July, June · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Jun 5 — closed October 4
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
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Past 24 Hours
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Resort reportedPast 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
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7-Day Forecast
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Snow Depth
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Powder Days
5
2026 season
Bluebird Days
1
2026 season
Resort Guide
Falls Creek is a major alpine resort located in Victoria, Australia, offering over 450 hectares of skiable terrain and a vibrant village atmosphere. The resort features a wide variety of runs suitable for all abilities, extensive cross-country trails, and ski-in, ski-out accommodation. Signature experiences include night skiing, snowshoeing, and a range of family-friendly activities, making it a popular destination for both adventure seekers and families. Falls Creek stands out for its picturesque alpine setting and comprehensive amenities, including dining, rental services, and ski schools.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Falls Creek
Lifts
15
Skiable area
1100 ac
Longest run
3 km / 1.9 mi
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad4
- Quad chair3
- Triple chair1
- Surface lift7
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Cloud 9 Alpine Bar & Bistro – Renowned for its panoramic mountain views, lively après-ski atmosphere, and regular DJ sets, Cloud 9 is a favorite gathering spot at Falls Creek for skiers and snowboarders to unwind with drinks and enjoy the vibrant social scene.
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Oct 31, 12:09 AM UTC
80cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-63%
vs 5-Year Avg
216cm avg by now
-13%
vs 30-Year Avg
92cm avg by now
216cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 79.9 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~79.9 cm. That's 63% below the 5-year average (216 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 13% below the 30-year average (92 cm).
Falls Creek Season Snowfall
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Falls Creek Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 89cm with an average of 16 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 127% above this average (202cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 18cm | 3 days | 2cm | 9cm | 7cm |
| July | 27cm | 5 days | 4cm | 14cm | 9cm |
| August | 29cm | 5 days | 5cm | 15cm | 8cm |
| September | 10cm | 2 days | 1cm | 6cm | 5cm |
| October | 3cm | 1 days | 0cm | 3cm | 2cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
20.7
Season Average
119 days scored
38
Best Day
29 Sep
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
5
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
June 2026
- 206 Jun
- 2030 Jun
- 1622 Jun
July 2026
- 3412 Jul4cm
- 3313 Jul13cm
- 324 Jul10cm
August 2026
- 295 Aug1cm
- 2811 Aug11cm
- 274 Aug
September 2026
- 3829 Sep
- 3721 Sep
- 3615 Sep
October 2026
- 361 Oct
- 363 Oct
- 352 Oct
October scored highest for Falls Creek in 2026. Based on 119 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2026)
121 days
Jun 6, 2026 → Oct 4, 2026
Next season(2026)
Opens Jun 6, 2026
Through Oct 4, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
August
Peak Season
July
Peak Season
September
Good
June
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Falls Creek
- Where is Falls Creek?
- Falls Creek is a ski resort in Australia.
- How high is Falls Creek?
- Falls Creek runs from a base elevation of 1,500 m (4,921 ft) to a summit of 1,772 m (5,814 ft), giving a vertical drop of 272 m (892 ft).
- How big is Falls Creek?
- Falls Creek has 1,100 acres (445 hectares) of skiable terrain, 90 marked runs and 15 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Falls Creek?
- Falls Creek is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Falls Creek?
- Falls Creek typically operates from June to October. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Falls Creek get in a typical season?
- Falls Creek averages 160 inches / 406 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
