Flocks // Escape #002 - Mt Hotham

 Mt Hotham is Australia's highest alpine resort, with an elevation of 1861m. Celebrating 150 years of adventure this year, the mountain is a picturesque 4.5 hour drive from Melbourne. For those so inclined, it's now also a mere 21 flight via chartered jet. For those who are ski/board orientated, Mt Hotham's abundance of snow and challenging mix of terrain should keep even the most reckless of you entertained for weeks on end.

For the more 'casual' mountain adventurer, there is also plenty of entertainment to be had in exploring over 35km of trails, with circuits ranging in length from 2km to 15km. The nearby residential enclave of Dinner Plain also serves up world-class restaurants and a Japanese-inspired spa, so why fight the winter chill in the city? Escape to the hills this weekend!