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Dreaming of a snow day full of fun, laughter and winter magic? Our snowplay area at Wire Plain is a winter wonderland where everyone’s welcome to join in the fun - no experience needed! The dedicated toboggan slope is designed with kids (and kids at heart) in mind, so grab a sled and get sliding.

2025 Update: It's still a little early for tobogganing, so the Wire Plain Toboggan Park has not yet opened for 2025. Stay tuned for further updates!

Book your 50-minute toboggan session now to secure your spot! And best of all... it's free!

Opening Hours: 10am-4pm, 7 days a week (weather permitting)

Wire Plain Toboggan Park Status

How it works

Book a free 50 minute timeslot by clicking the button above (bookings are coming soon)
Hire a toboggan from one of the various outlets across the resort
Get sliding!

How to get to Wire Plain

From Harrietville

Wire Plain is just 4 km from Hotham Central. Continue through the village until you spot the Hotham Snowplay Hub.

From Omeo

Wire Plain is 8 km from Dinner Plain and 4 km before Hotham Central.

By Bus

Hop on the free village bus from any of the 12 stops around the village and jump off at Bus Stop 12 (Wire Plain). Busses run from sunrrise until 12:30am, your day of snowy adventures starts the moment you step off!

Parking

Park directly at Wire Plain or park in any day parking spots (blue signs) around the village. Then, hop on the free village bus and get off at Wire Plain (stop 12).

FAQs

Can I hire a toboggan?

You certainly can! Hire a toboggan from one of Hoys' 5 locations (including Hoys Rentals @ Hotham Hub at Wire Plain), Snowmonkey, Rays Ski Shop Myrtleford and Hotham Sports Dinner Plain.

Can I toboggan outside of the opening hours?

Use of the toboggan slope at Wire Plain (Bus Stop 12), outside of listed opening hours will be prohibited and will be monitored by Alpine Resorts Victoria Mount Hotham.

New this year! We’re building a brand-new Snowplay Hub at Wire Plain, complete with a public shelter and an upgraded outdoor space made for year-round adventures. Plus, snowmaking is about to fire up for the very first time on the toboggan slope for winter 2025, keeping the snow fun going - even when the clouds take a break!

Please follow the safety rules when playing in the designated tobogganing areas:

Only toboggan in designated areas.
Only toboggan during daylight hours with good visibility
Only approved plastic moulded toboggans are allowed. DO NOT use any other non-purpose built object.
Sit on your toboggan with your feet out in front. DO NOT sit backwards, stand, or go down hill face-first.
Children under 5 should toboggan with an adult. Children under 12 should be supervised by an adult at all times.
Only one person on a toboggan at any time (except for adults with young children).
Dress appropriately - hats, gloves or mittens, snow pants, winter jacket, snow boots. Bring a change of dry clothing.
Avoid wearing scarves or clothing that may get caught.
A helmet designed for winter sports is recommended, a biking or skate boarding helmet could be used as a substitute.
Walk up the side of the slope and leave the middle open for other users.
Use your feet to control your speed and to slow down.
In case of accident call ‘000’