Skiing the back country

摘要

Leave behind the manicured slopes used by most skiers and head for the valleys and peaks ofMain Range in Kosciuszko National Park for an exhilarating three-day off-piste adventure.FROM JUNE to October snow transforms the highest parts of the Australian Alps, including the Snowy Mountains, which are mostly within Kosciuszko National Park. Thisdraws skiers en masse to resorts in the park of which the largest, Perisher, provides 1245 hectares of groomed terrain, with 47 ski-lifts. Also in the park, the Thredbo resort offers downhill enthusiasts 480ha of skiable terrain serviced by 14 lifts. TheSnowies in winter, however, are not restricted to those who can afford multiple ski-lift passes and are looking for tidyslopes, cosy accommodation and chic restaurants and bars. Beyond the resorts' managed realm is a wintry mountain world of staggering beauty, filled with challenges and adventures. A multi-day ski tour is a great way to experience the stunning scenery andremoteness of our highest mountains in winter. With an experienced guide, even beginners can explore beyond ski resort boundaries and enjoy the solitude and grandeur of the Snowies in winter. Here's a great three-day cross-country option to enjoy the slopes away from the crowds.