Length of the Snowy River in Australia

The Snowy River stretches 230 kilometers (140 miles) through southeastern Australia. It originates in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, fed by alpine snowmelt, and flows southward through varied landscapes before reaching the Bass Strait in Victoria.

Key Features

• Source: Snowy Mountains, New South Wales
• Mouth: Bass Strait, Victoria
• Length: 230 km (140 mi)
• Landscapes: Alpine meadows, forests, gorge country

Recreation and Ecology

The river is renowned for fishing (especially trout), whitewater rafting, and kayaking. Its flow has been significantly altered by the Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme, which diverts much of its water inland for irrigation and power generation. Environmental flows are now managed to restore river health.

The Snowy River remains an iconic Australian waterway, celebrated in poetry and folklore, and a focal point for conservation and outdoor adventure.