Legally, you are required to carry chains when visiting the mountain during the snow season (June-October).

We recommend stopping to rent chains for your car at Hoys in Harrietville which is the next town past Bright towards Mt Hotham. They also have chains for hire in Omeo. Call Hoys today to discuss whether your car can fit chains as not all veicles can. calling one of the providers ahead of your trip to confirm they have the correct size chains available.

Whether you use them or not will depend on the conditions on the day you travel. You will be informed along the way by either signage or staff advising that chains need to be fitted. Chains must be held in your car from the Harrietville approach or Omeo approach. If you are found not to have compliant chains necessary for your vehicle, you may incur a fine.

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