Snow chain hire
During the declared snow season, all visitors to alpine areas in Victoria are required by law to carry diamond-pattern snow chains for their vehicle.
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The exact dates of the declared snow season may vary from year to year but the season typically extends from about 1 June until about 30 September.
Visitors are advised to confirm the current season requirements before departing.
Chains must be carried from South Face Road and from Tanjil Bren, as well as when entering the Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort. Resort signage and road signage will also notify you when chains are required.
We advise you keep your chains, jacket, gloves and a torch within easy reach in case you are required to fit them at short notice.
If you need advice on fitting chains to your vehicle, check out this helpful chain fitting demo.
Also read our resort parking information, which gives tips on parking under snow conditions.
Local chain hire options
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Icy Creek Chain Hire: 1690 Mt Baw Baw Tourist Rd, Icy Creek VIC 3833. Ph 0491 123 958.
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Baw Baw Snow Chain Hire: 2 Henty St, Noojee VIC 3833. Ph 0459 582 692.
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Erica Ski Hire: 5 School Road, Erica VIC 3825. Ph (03) 5165 3353.
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Tanjil Bren Snow Chain Hire: Mt Baw Baw Tourist Road, Tanjil Bren VIC. Ph 0457 320 666.
There are also chain hire and purchase options in some metropolitan areas. Ask at your local ski or auto stores for details.
Ski, snowboard and toboggan hire
We highly recommend hiring all your ski equipment on mountain for the simple reason that the store is close by if you have any issues with your gear.
The friendly staff at Mt Baw Baw Ski Hire can assist with fittings, adjustments and swaps as required.
You can also hire toboggans and snow shoes from this provider, in addition to the usual range of ski and snowboard equipment. They retail sundry small items such as wax, warm hats and snow goggles.
Du Nord guests are eligible for discounted mid-week hire at this provider. Details will be provided at the time of booking.
Local ski hire options
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Baw Baw Ski Hire: 26 Currawong Road, Mt. Baw Baw VIC 3833. Ph (03) 5165 1120.
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Erica Ski Hire: 5 School Road, Erica VIC 3825. Ph (03) 5165 3353.
