Ben Lomond Ski field Area is Tasmania's Premier ski resort that offers spectacular alpine scenery within the Ben Lomond National Park.

The Alpine Village is located at the foot of the of the ski slopes and there are toboggan and snow play areas, downhill and cross country skiing and snowboarding.

There are 3 T-bars and 4 Poma Lifts providing an affordable family friendly winter experience for the beginner to intermediate users. The winter season usually starts around the beginning of July and closes late September.

Ben Lomond National Park covers an area of 16,527 hectares (40,772 acres), and boasts the island's second-highest peak, Legges Tor, which is 1,572 metres (5,147 feet) above sea level. The village road is the highest in Tasmania and at its end reaches an elevation of 1460 metres.

How to get there

The Ski field Area is reached via the C401 from Launceston. Allow about 1 hour 20 minutes travel time from Launceston or allow 3.5 hours from Hobart via the Midlands Heritage Highway.

The alpine village is 18 kilometres from the main road turnoff; the upper section of the road is subject to ice and snow. To that end vehicles are required to carry chains and fit them if directed. Chains are not available on the mountain but can be rented in Launceston at Autobarn (03 6334 5601) or Skigia in Hobart (03 6234 6688).

If travelling to the mountain by car there are car parking facilities available. Whether you have a 2 or 4 wheel drive you MUST carry chains during the season. Fuel is not available on the mountain.

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Park Entry Fees

As the area is in a Tasmanian National Park there is a Park Entry Fee that is applicable when entering any National Park in Tasmania. This fee can be paid on entry at the Ben Lomond Ticket booth, or pre purchased at any Service Tasmania Outlet in the State. Please check on Parks & Wildlife Service website for details.

Transport to Ben

Being only 1 hour 20 minutes from Launceston it is an easy drive. If you do not want to drive to the mountain Mc Dermott's Coaches offer transport from Launceston, but prior bookings are essential. Visit www.mcdermotts.com.au or telephone 03 6394 3535. There are two options if travelling with Mc Dermott's Coaches:

Launceston to the Ski Village.

A bus departs from Launceston at 8.15am from Hoblers Bridge Rd car park. There is ample free parking there. Hotel/City pick up is possible if pre-booked and a relevant pick up time will be advised on booking.

Prices, bookings and further details can be obtained by contacting Mc Dermott's Coaches.

Shuttle Bus - Ranger's Station to the Ski Village.

The shuttle bus runs on demand during the winter season. The service starts from around 9.00am daily in season and is a great option if you want to leave the snow chains at home!

Again as this service is run by Mc Dermott's Coaches so please contact them directly for information.

Private transport can also be arranged through Northern Taxi Service 0419 745 837. This has the availability to have airport collection and return.

Contact Andrew for pricing and information by email at northerntaxis@bigpond.com.

Accommodation

Accommodation on Ben Lomond can be arranged by contacting any of the business listed below.

The Rovers Ski Lodge

This is located in the Ski Village. Please check out the link for Rovers at roverskiclub.com or contact Terina on 0363 6142 or mobile 0447 360 704 or 0417 568 946.

Ben Lomond Creek Inn

The Creek Inn is located right on the car park for the Village. It has 6 units. Please contact Colin or Lisa regarding prices and bookings on 6390 6199 or email colmears@hotmail.com.

Northern Alpine Club

This is one of the oldest clubs operating on the mountain. The booking person for this lodge is Sandra Chilcott on 03 6331 19677 or 0363 31 1677. This lodge is ideal for group bookings, schools social clubs etc.

Accommodation in Launceston

Balmoral on York - phone 03 6331 8000.

Batman Fawkner Inn - phone 03 6331 9951 oe email manager@batmanfawknerinn.com.