Snow Chain Hire & Fitting
Visitors to alpine areas in Victoria are required by law to carry diamond type snow chains during declared snow season for their vehicle. Chains must be carried from South Face Road and from Tanjil Bren.
Chain Hire Locations
Resort Operated Chain Fitting Service
Mt Baw Baw operates a chain fitting service at our Resort Entry gate 9am-5pm daily for those who have forgotten chains.
We do not stock chains for all vehicle types and tyre sizes and strongly recommend you hire chains in advance from a private business.
Chain hire with fitting: $49 + $15 per extra day
Chain fitting only: $20 per car
Includes fitting during business hours only, when chain fitting conditions have been declared. Card payments only.
Baw Baw Snow Chains
Located at 2 Henty Street, Noojee on the corner of Mt Baw Baw Tourist Road. Providing high quality diamond pattern snow chains and Mt Baw Baw approved toboggans.
Erica Ski Hire and Snowchains
Located in the heart of Erica village on the South Face route to Mt Baw Baw. This is a privately operated family business. Offers chain hire along with ski, snowboard, clothing & snowshoe rentals.
Icy Creek Chain Hire
Dedicated chain hire shop en-route to the resort at 1690 Mt Baw Baw Tourist Road, Icy Creek. Pre-bookings welcomed.
Alternatively contact 03 5621 0100 or email moira@rubyandhope.com.au
Noojee Bush Goods
Located in the Noojee township this business offers chain hire along with rental such as jackets, snow boots, snowboards and toboggans.
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Tanjil Bren Snow Chains
Located close to Mt Baw Baw in Tanjil Bren. This is a privately operated business and your last chance to hire before the resort. This businesses offers chain hire and toboggan hire service with a nearby rest area.
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Frequently asked questions about chains
Where do I pick up chains I hired from the Resort?
They can be collected from the Resort Entry Gate and Chain fitting bay. You can see this on Google maps here.
Do I really need snow chains?
Yes! Significant fines apply for those who do not carry chains, and we can refuse you entry.
A fee of up to $350 may be charged for un-returned chains so please don’t forget to return them.
I have a 4WD - do I need to carry snow chains?
Yes – accidents can occur in 4WD event when you have chains equipped due to the steepness of some sections of the roads at ski resorts. Carrying chains is a legal requirement for all vehicles.
Where can I buy snow chains?
If you’re travelling to the snow regularly; snow chains can also be purchased at businesses like Autobarn and SuperCheap Auto in nearby towns such as Warragul and Moe.
The rental businesses above may sell old stock at reduced prices.
Can I put chains on myself?
Yes, we have dedicated chain fitting areas at Resort Entry and along the road. Watch the video below to learn how to fit chains.
Can I bring any car to the snow?
No. Not all vehicles are suitable for the snow. We recommended not using the following vehicles when visiting the snow:
- Vehicles that are lowered with low gap between the tyre and vehicle body that cannot fit chains
- Small low engine capacity cars like Japanese kei trucks due to the steep entry road
- Vehicles that have tyres larger than a standard 4WD all-terrain tyre should ensure they have chains in advance
- Vehicles that are low on fuel or battery power as there are no refueling points at the Resort
- Vehicles with trailers cannot travel in the snow
Can I brink a motorbike to the snow?
No, sorry. Motorbikes are not permitted during declared snow season – as they cannot fit wheel chains which are a legal requirement. You can, however, visit in summer which is popular for bikes.
If you would like your chain hire service listed on our website or wish to correct an error with your listing please contact Guest Services on 03 5165 1136.
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