Jindabyne is a great place to visit any time of the year

Skiers and snowboarders heading for the snowfields of the Snowy Mountains from Sydney know Jindabyne well. Because it is the last town before the ski resorts, ski and snowboard enthusiasts on a budget often stay in a Jindabyne accommodation because it is cheaper than the more expensive resort acccommodations. . From Jindabyne, it is just a short drive to any of the slopes and the town itself has an active nightlife to cap off a great day of skiing or snowboarding. While there's no doubt that Jindabyne is a great place to visit during the winter months, it's equally great any time of the year.

During ski season, Jindabyne makes a perfect base because its comparatively low altitude leaves it relatively snow-free for most of the year, yet it is within a short drive of some of the best snowfields in Australia. Names like Perisher, Thredbo and Charlotte Pass need no introduction to skiers and snowboarders. All of these are easily reached from Jindabyne.

Parents who do not want their children to have to tackle the crowded ski slopes, but want them to be able to play in the snow love Jindabyne. If Jindabyne is snow-free, it doesn't take long to find patches of snow as you drive into the snowies. There's no need to pay an expensive entry fee when you can park on the side of the road, take a level walk into the trees and make snowmen to your heart's content. It does take up to six hours to reach Jindabyne from Sydney, though, so it's best to stay for at least two nights to get the most out of your trip.

Because of its popularity in the winter, Jindabyne has all the amenities you need for a great vacation. Jindabyne is becoming increasingly popular as a summer vacation getaway spot, thanks to its beautiful location on the shores of Lake Jindabyne, at the edge of Kosciuszko National Park. In fact, if you limit your visits to Jindabyne to the winter months, you are missing out on some of the best things about the city and surrounding areas.

If you love adventure sports, there's plenty for you to do in Jindabyne. Take to the slopes on your mountain bike or hang from the cliffs as you rock climb or abseil. Take to the water for some wakeboarding or water skiing. If something a little less active is more to your liking, then you can choose between sailing, canoeing, fishing or a host of other water activities, not to mention land activities such as golfing or hiking.

Of course, you can have a great time in Jindabyne just relaxing, if that's what you're looking for. There is plenty to do and see in the town center itself. Because of its beautiful location and small size, just a leisurely walk down to the lake or a park will take you to a great place for a picnic lunch.

If you like taking to the open road and exploring, then make Jindabyne your first stopover before taking the Kosciuszko Alpine Way. This wonderful scenic highway takes you through the Snowy Mountains. Day trips from Jindabyne on the Alpine Way are very popular, a favourite being Thredbo, where you can stop for a ride on a chairlift to the top of Mt. Kosciuszko, Australia's highest mountain.

These are just a few of the highlights of Jindabyne. Summer, winter, spring or fall, Jindabyne and the Kosciuszko region is a great place to go. You'll have a wonderful time.

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