Tasmainia - Ben Lomond Slopes

By James Richardson

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When people think 'Aussie Ski Resorts' their mind almost immediately taken to the lush planes of Victoria and New South Wales. Not many will think of Tasmania (home of apples and Australia's most famous mass murder) and often react the same way when told that it's slopes are better than most - with sheer surprise!

The truth of the matter is that Tasmania does have a ski resort and its name is Ben Lomond. Ben Lomond is Tasmania's premier ski resort with a surprisingly good level of infrastructure and on-mountain accommodation. Further south from Ben Lomond you will find another little snow haven, Mount Mawson. Probably one of the best things about snow in Tasmania is it is never too far away. Ben Lomond sits a lazy one hour from the city central. Perfection!

The Mountain

* Season Dates: Late June/early July til Mid-September
* Skiable Area: 25 Hectares
* Summit Peak: 1525m
* Ave season snowfall:
* Snow making area:
* Dist to capital city: One hour from Launceston

The Riding

* No of lifts : 6
* Beginner Run: 25%
* Intermediate Run: 53%
* Advanced Run: 10%
* Lift ticket cost (& discounts): $40
* Terrain Parks: No
* Half pipes : No

The Village

* Number of Beds on Mountain: 450
* Number of Bars and Restuarants: Basic
* Amenaties and Misc: Public shelter, ski hire, Shops, ski patrol
* Useful Information: Ben Lomond is Tasmania's premier ski resort.

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  James Richardson is a Melbourne writer who writes for snowlife.com.au - a privately run snow culture website based in Melbourne, Australia. If you have any suggestions, enquiries or issues please feel free to visit www.snowlife.com.au for more information.

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