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Lake Mountain Alpine Resort

Victoria · Australia

8 story sections

Explore the alpine snow region of Lake Mountain

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  1. 1Lake Mountain Alpine Resort

    Welcome to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort, Victoria’s most accessible snow destination and a place where 'winter dreams come true.' Situated just two hours from the Melbourne CBD, this resort offers a 'magical' experience where snow…

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  2. 2Section 1 — The Approach: Marysville and the Black Spur

    The journey to Lake Mountain is an 'experience in itself.' Driving from Melbourne, one passes through the 'epicurean hub' of Healesville and follows the Maroondah Highway through the 'Black Spur.' This road was originally a rough…

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  3. 3Section 2 — The Village Center and Management Technology

    Upon arriving at the resort, we enter the Village Center, the functional hub of Lake Mountain. There are 'two main buildings' here: the cafeteria and equipment rental building on the left, and the administration and clothing…

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  4. 4Section 3 — The Toboggan Runs: Paid vs. Free

    Tobogganing is the 'star of the show' at Lake Mountain. The resort features several runs, each with its own character. …

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  5. 5Section 4 — The 30 Kilometers of Cross-Country Trails

    Beyond the 'toboggan runs,' Lake Mountain boasts over 30 kilometers of 'cross-country skiing trails' and 'snowshoeing paths.' These trails are the 'heart of the resort' during the winter season, offering a more 'secluded and…

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  6. 6Section 5 — The Flying Fox and Summit Lookout

    For those with an 'adventurous spirit,' a short '10-minute hike' from the main car park leads to the 'old Flying Fox Lookout Point.' In the past, Lake Mountain featured 'dual flying fox lines' that ran from this hill down to the…

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  7. 7Section 6 — Survival Story: Black Friday to Black Saturday

    As we conclude our tour of the grounds, we must reflect on the 'survival story' that defines Lake Mountain. The resort has 'weathered the storms' of two of Australia's deadliest disasters: the 1939 Black Friday fires and the 2009…

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  8. 8Closing

    As we return to the base of Lake Mountain Alpine Resort, I hope you have gained a deeper appreciation for this 'snowy hidden gem.' We have traveled from the 'riot of colors' in Marysville to the 'diamond-like glisten' of the…

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What is Lake Mountain Alpine Resort?

Lake Mountain Alpine Resort is a place in Victoria · Australia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationVictoria · Australia
TypeNature
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-37.4951, 145.8775
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