Set among the alpine peaks of the Snowy Mountains, Oaks Lake Crackenback Resort puts everything you need for a mountain escape right on your doorstep. With accommodation, dining and activities all in one place, days flow easily here. There’s no rushing, no packing the car, no planning, just more time to enjoy the mountains.
Here’s how to spend an easy day at OAKS Lake Crackenback Resort.
Slow Starts, Mountain Air
Mornings here are unhurried. Step outside your mountain chalet or lakeside apartment and you’re already surrounded by fresh air and mountain views. Take a quiet walk around the lake, spot wildlife along the way or simply enjoy a coffee on the balcony while the day warms up.
When you’re ready, wander down to Cuisine Restaurant for breakfast by the lake. With fresh coffee, classic à la carte favourites and a relaxed alpine atmosphere, it’s the kind of place where mornings stretch a little longer. Take in the views, ease into the day and decide what comes next, or maybe decide nothing at all.
Your Day, Your Way
The beauty of this mountain escape is that there’s no set way to spend the day here. You can fill it with activity, keep it simple or change pace as you go.
In summer, days are made for getting outside.
Paddle the lake by canoe or kayak
Wander the walking trails that loop through the grounds
Jump on a bike and explore at your own pace
Play a round on the scenic 9-hole golf course
Try disc golf for something more relaxed
Book in for tennis or archery sessions
Let the kids burn energy on trampolines and playgrounds
Stop for a picnic or BBQ by the water
If you feel like venturing further, mountain bikes can be hired onsite and shuttle transfers make it easy to ride the Thredbo Valley Track. Prefer to explore on foot? Kosciuszko National Park borders the area, with walking tracks starting just beyond the resort.
In winter, the focus shifts to snow time. Thredbo is a short drive away and the Skitube is just minutes from the resort, offering straightforward access to Perisher and Charlotte Pass. Onsite ski and snow hire keeps things simple, while quieter moments back at the resort are perfect for snow play, winter walks and warming up by the fire.
However the day unfolds, there’s no pressure to do it all, but plenty of options when you want them.
Easy Afternoons, Built-In Downtime
By afternoon, the pace naturally eases. Take a gentle stretch at The Yoga Shed, unwind in the heated indoor pool or warm up in the sauna and let tired legs recover. For those ready to fully switch off, the Spa & Wellness Centre offers a range of treatments designed to help you relax and recharge, all set against a quiet alpine backdrop.
If rest looks more like a quiet moment to yourself, head back to your accommodation, put your feet up or sit outside with a book. With everything close by, there’s no need to rush.
Evenings That Wind The Day Down
As the sun lowers behind the Ramshead Range, the resort takes on a quieter feel. A sunset walk along the lakeside boardwalk often comes with kangaroo, wombat or echidna sightings.
Dinner at Cuisine Restaurant is an easy end to the day. Lakeside views, a relaxed alpine atmosphere and comforting meals mean you can stay right where you are and settle in for the evening.
Before heading inside for the night, take a moment to look up. With clear alpine skies and little light pollution, stargazing is part of the nightly routine here.
Fewer Plans. Better Days.
Adventure when you want it, time to slow down when you need it and no wasted moments in between. When everything’s close, there’s more time to enjoy the mountains.