Discover the best of Falls Creek in summer, from scenic alpine hikes to flowing MTB trails and the refreshing calm of Rocky Valley Lake. Nik Nok of Frueauf Village shares her tips on how to chase adventure by day and retreat to alpine comfort by night. BYO love of mountains. Keen for more? Explore our list of guides here.
BOOK YOUR SUMMER MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE
STEP 1. BOOK A STAY AT FRUEAUF VILLAGE
Book a stay at Frueauf Village , a cosy oasis in the heart of the Australian Alps, and the perfect base for a stress-free summer holiday.
There are 25 different apartments in a range of sizes – most with their own private outdoor hot tub, and some even with a sauna.
WILD WALKS
STEP 2. HIKE THE MOUNTAINS
Explore winding, sunlit trails across the vast High Plains. Along the way, wildflowers, crystal-clear streams, and peaceful snow gum forests create an ever-changing backdrop. Whether you're after a relaxed stoll, an afternoon adventure like the Home and Away Trail or tackling a longer alpine trek, the views from Falls Creek are nothing short of unforgettable.
SEND IT
STEP 3. RIDE THE MTB TRAILS
With over 50km of world-class MTB trails, Falls Creek MTB Park features everything from cruisers to flowing descents and white knuckle tech challenges, all starting from the ride-in, ride-out village.
Get up to speed on over 10km of green trails for new senders, pedal fan favourites Flowtown and Skyline or send it on expert trails with granite technical features.
RELAX BY ALPINE WATERS
STEP 4. TAKE A DIP IN ROCKY VALLEY LAKE
At 1600m, the alpine waters of Rocky Valley Lake stay refreshingly cool even in the height of summer. You can cool off with a swim, try SUP or kayaking on the glassy water, or cast a line from the peaceful shoreline. With snow gums, mountain views, and gentle ripples all around, it’s an easy place to unwind and enjoy the best of alpine summer.
