High Country Life

Winter offers the opportunity for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing through stunning alpine woodland trails, before returning to Dinner Plain for some relaxation in an Alpine Onsen or one of many bars and restaurants.

Dinner Plain is an intimate alpine village located along The Great Alpine Road and 10 kilometres away from Mount Hotham Alpine Resort, providing luxury free standing accommodation, scenic walks and dining options. This purpose built village features luxury free standing accommodation as well as scenic village walks and dining opportunities.

Winter

Dinner Plain is an idyllic mountain village situated along The Great Alpine Road and perfect for winter escape. Here you’ll find several luxury chalets and apartments designed as historical cattlemen’s huts that come complete with panoramic mountain views – making for an idyllic winter staycation experience!

Adventure awaits at every turn – skiing/snowboarding on Mt Hotham slopes, cross country skiing along village trails and sled dog tours are among the many exciting alpine experiences available to visitors to Hotham village.

Mt Hotham Resort Entry is now managed with an efficient camera system that eliminates the need to stop at its gates. Alpine Easy Access now provides online Resort Entries which you can purchase online and use at all serviced bus stops throughout Dinner Plain & Mt Hotham precincts (bus timetables and tickets are also available on this site).

Dinner Plain provides a range of accommodation, from self-contained chalets to family-friendly options that sleep up to ten. There are even luxury alpine lodges, complete with spa services and fire pits – perfect if traveling with pets! If that is what brings you here, don’t worry; Dinner Plain offers many pet-friendly restaurants and walks for dogs as well.

For those seeking to hone their XC skiing game, there are numerous expert guides in the area who can show them around more challenging trails. These trails provide a more authentic alpine bushland experience than what’s found at Falls Creek; just make sure that you heed trail signs and abide by track rules to prevent impacting wildlife or other skiers.

Families will find that this charming alpine resort provides everything they need for an enjoyable winter holiday break, from snow play activities, a toboggan run, beginner slopes all within walking distance and dining options – everything necessary for an enjoyable vacation experience!

Summer

Mount Hotham and Dinner Plain may be best known as winter snow destinations, but summer activities abound as well! Enjoy breathtaking alpine scenery on an alpine hike, put your mountain biking skills through their paces or simply drive around Victoria’s high country on Victoria’s Great Alpine Road to experience it all first-hand!

There are also an array of exciting activities on offer during the summer season, from horseback riding and taking part in the Mount Hotham Alpine Ascent Challenge, to fishing the clear, cold rivers and streams or treating yourself to luxurious spa or massage treatments at Dinner Plain Day Spa.

Dinner Plain may fly under the radar for many, but that shouldn’t be. Offering luxury free-standing accommodation, beginner slopes are within walking distance and dining options abound; pet-friendly facilities exist as well as an extensive network of walking tracks. In addition, The Hub provides social enterprise coffee shop that promotes change within both Dinner Plain and Mount Hotham communities.

One of the greatest aspects of staying at DP is being able to drive right up to your door, unlike many Victoria resorts where oversnow transport is necessary or you must climb many flights of stairs before reaching your room. This convenience makes the DP experience far simpler and more relaxing.

There is an incredible array of alpine walks to enjoy, ranging from short strolls to scenic vantage points and challenging day/overnight hikes. Breath in fresh mountain air; perhaps spot wild brumbies or an extremely rare mountain pygmy possum!

For an exhilarating adventure in the snow, nothing beats going dog sledding! Let the eager dogs pull you along as you sled across snowy trails; this unforgettable experience will create lifelong memories.

As well as exploring its charming shops and twinkling lights, cosy villages also offer cozy ambience with cozy restaurants, cafes and bars to cater for all tastes. If that’s too much excitement for you then relax by the fire with some hot chocolate or mulled wine while reading your book – everything from fireside relaxing to sipping wine or hot cocoa is on offer here.

Autumn

Dinner Plain is an enchanting winter paradise that boasts cozy chalets and hotel rooms as well as self-contained chalets and hotel rooms, restaurants and cafes in an inviting winter wonderland atmosphere. There’s also snow activities perfect for everyone in the family–even your four-legged friend! With toboggan slopes and backcountry snowmobile tours available here.

Dinner Plain stands out among Victorian ski resorts by not charging an entry fee, making the village more accessible and affordable for families. In addition, Dinner Plain provides the ideal base for high country adventures with mountain bike trails catering to riders of all skill levels as well as an MTB park dedicated solely to mountain bikes – not forgetting cross-country skiing trails to explore its stunning surrounds!

Traveling to Dinner Plain via the Great Alpine Road is simple and direct. Passing through picturesque river valleys, lush foliage, charming towns, and reaching elevation of 1,840m at Mount Hotham en route is one of the most spectacular highways in Australia.

If you don’t drive yourself, public transportation or hiring a taxi are viable alternatives for reaching the village. But renting a car offers more convenience; this allows you to explore stunning mountain scenery as you make your journey and avoid having to rely on inconsistent bus service and pricey snow taxis found elsewhere in alpine resorts.

Driving to Dinner Plain can be a scenic journey in its own right, particularly during winter when its road surfaces are blanketed in white. Antifreeze and alpine diesel may help your vehicle cope with these extreme cold weather conditions better, as the roads may become icy or slippery depending on road conditions; always check these before proceeding up the mountain. Ideally, visiting Dinner Plain should occur between September and November when temperatures are milder and snowfall rates lower than in winter.

Driving from Bright to Dinner Plain can be an enjoyable and scenic journey through the Australian Alps. While the road itself is paved and equipped with safety barriers, during or after major snowfall it may become treacherous and snow chains should be available to rent from local stores in Bright or Harrietville for safe passage.

Spring

Dinner Plain offers a beautiful alpine landscape and charming village ambience – an idyllic retreat perfect for winter excursions. There’s lots of family snowplay activities, beginner ski slopes and unique alpine experiences available – making Dinner Plain an enjoyable winter vacation spot that won’t break the bank! Children and their furry companions alike will appreciate its unique alpine experience offerings and cozy village charm!

Dinner Plain can be found along the Great Alpine Road and just 10 kilometers from Mt Hotham resort. This purpose built alpine village blends in seamlessly with its mountain backdrop, featuring accommodation suitable for mountain cattlemen as well as plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants that will ensure your comfort throughout your visit.

Travel through Dinner Plain area on trails suitable for all levels of ability and fitness, or venture further into the backcountry for more challenging hikes. The alpine wilderness boasts abundant native flora and fauna as well as historic cattleman’s huts that boast stunning views. To experience all that the high country has to offer, trek along the 230-kilometre Bogong Alpine Way which starts from Bright and winds past Mt Hotham and Falls Creek before descending back into Dinner Plain.

One of the great advantages of dining Plain during winter months is being able to drive directly to your accommodation, unlike Mt Buller or Falls Creek where oversnow transport is often necessary. There are various free parking areas and bus stops throughout Dinner Plain with your accommodation provider being able to provide maps of its layout as well as bus timetables for local transport routes.

For something different this winter season, why not hire a husky sled and take a journey through a trail with beautiful Siberian sled dogs? It is an exhilarating way to experience alpine bush, while your guide can inform you on local wildlife and natural history of the area. Relaxing beneath soft crunching snow underfoot while admiring breathtaking views of Victoria Alps will leave you feeling rejuvenated and relaxed.