Selwyn & Baw Baw Conclude 2025 Snow Season
The ski season has officially drawn to a close at both Selwyn Snow Resort in New South Wales and Mount Baw Baw in Victoria, with both resorts holding their final day of operations on Sunday, September 7, 2025. The closing marks the end of a season that saw resorts navigate variable snow conditions, with Selwyn in particular celebrating its first full season in years following a series of setbacks.
Despite a promising mid-season and a late burst of snowfall last weekend, both resorts are facing thinning snow cover and dwindling visitor numbers, prompting the early shutdown.
Mt Baw Baw, nestled on the edge of the Great Dividing Range, cited the challenges of maintaining snow on its runs without heavy reliance on artificial snowmaking. “While the season has delivered some great moments, moving forward the weather will make it difficult to maintain snow on the runs without constant use of the factory,” the resort stated in a press release.
To mark the season’s end, Mt Baw Baw will host its traditional Pond Skim event on the Hut trail, with a snow-covered track maintained around the pond for skiers and snowboarders. Tobogganing will also be free at the Frosti Frog Toboggan Park, offering families one last chance to enjoy the slopes.
Selwyn Snow Resort, which has endured a few tough seasons in recent years, celebrated a much-improved winter in 2025. “From first turns to family tobogganing and everything in between, you’ve made this season one to remember,” the resort shared in a heartfelt message to guests.
Both resorts emphasized that while the snow gods weren’t entirely generous this year, the community spirit and memorable moments made the season worthwhile. As the snow melts and spring approaches, attention now turns to preparations for 2026—with hopes for colder temperatures and deeper powder.
While the 2025 season had its challenges due to fluctuating weather patterns, Selwyn's successful operation from its scheduled June 21 opening through to September represents a significant milestone. The resort, which was devastated by bushfires in 2019/2020 and faced subsequent delays, was able to provide a full season of skiing and snowboarding, a welcome sight for families and enthusiasts who have waited patiently for its return.
Similarly, Mount Baw Baw wrapped up its operations, concluding what was, at times, a challenging winter for the Victorian resort. Resort operators expressed gratitude to staff and visitors for their support throughout the season, as many now look ahead to summer activities and preparations for the 2026 winter season.
With the closure of these two resorts, the Australian snow industry will now shift its focus to those resorts that have opted to extend their seasons, as well as the important process of planning for the year ahead.
