Epic Australia Adaptive Pass

Epic Australia Adaptive Pass

Epic Australia Adaptive Pass

Reducing Barriers – Increasing Access

The 2025 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass is on sale!

We're committed to equally welcoming everyone to our resorts and communities, no matter their ability.

As part of our Be Inclusive value, the Epic Australia Adaptive Pass is a step towards creating a more equal and inclusive environment by offering access to our Resorts at a discounted rate for guests with permanent disabilities so they can discover the magic of our Australian, North American and European resorts and develop their on-snow abilities.

In partnership with Disabled Wintersport Australia

We're proud to partner with Disabled Wintersport Australia (DWA) to help achieve equality of opportunity for people with all abilities to experience our resorts and participate in the winter sport of their choice.

Disabled Wintersport Australia is a non-profit organisation focused on helping impaired skiers and riders have great on-snow experiences. From providing access to adaptive equipment to partnering riders with trained and experienced guides, DWA creates a safe and energetic environment to support impaired riders on the snow.

Eligibility and Verification

Am I eligible for the Epic Australia Adaptive Pass?

The Epic Australia Adaptive Pass offers access to our resorts at a discounted rate for guests with permanent disabilities.

Vail Resorts qualifies a permanent disability as a permanent physical, cognitive, or sensory impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, such as caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, or working.

All ‘Individual’ Disabled Wintersport Australia members and Companion Card holders are eligible for the Epic Australia Adaptive Pass and will be automatically verified after providing documentation. All other requests will be individually assessed based on Supporting Documentation form submission.

What documentation do I need to provide for eligibility?

Once you have purchased your Pass online you will be provided with a link to submit the documentation required for verification.

The following documentation will be used as the primary method to verify eligibility:

The following documentation may be used as an alternate method to verify eligibility:

  • Supporting Medical Documentation form completed by your treating doctor. Click here for details.

Once reviewed, the Epic Australia Pass team will confirm activation of your Pass or request additional information. Note: To protect your information, all documentation sent through for the purpose of eligibility verification will be redacted once reviewed.

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Pass Access

Pass Access – Australia

2024 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass: Includes access from June 2024 – October 2024*
2025 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass: Includes access from June 2025 – October 2025*

* Opening and closing dates subject to change based on individual Resort operating plans.

Unlimited and Unrestricted Lift Access at these Australian resorts:

Pass Access – North America

2024 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass: Includes access from November/December 2024 – April/May 2025*
2025 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass: Includes access from November/December 2025 – April/May 2026*

* Opening and closing dates subject to change based on individual Resort operating plans.

10 Days combined lift access at these North American resorts

Excluding Restricted Peak dates; Days do not have to be consecutive.

  • US: Vail, Beaver Creek
  • Canada: Whistler Blackcomb

Unlimited lift access at these North American resorts

Excluding Restricted Peak dates

  • US, Rockies: Breckenridge, Keystone, Park City
  • US, Tahoe: Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood
  • US, East: Stowe

Unlimited and Unrestricted lift access at these North American resorts

No Restricted Peak dates

  • US, Rockies: Crested Butte
  • US, West Stevens Pass
  • US, East: Okemo, Mount Sunapee, Mount Snow, Attitash Mountain Resort, Wildcat Mountain, Crotched Mountain, Hunter Mountain, Liberty Mountain Resort, Roundtop Mountain Resort, Whitetail Resort, Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Seven Springs, Hidden Valley (PA), Laurel Mountain
  • US, Midwest: Wilmot, Afton Alps, Mt Brighton, Alpine Valley, Boston Mills, Brandywine, Mad River Mountain, Hidden Valley (MO), Snow Creek, Paoli Peaks

5 Days Combined Lift Access at Resorts of the Canadian Rockies

No Restricted Peak dates; Days do not have to be consecutive.

  • Canada, Alberta: Nakiska
  • Canada, British Columbia: Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
  • Canada, Quebec: Mont-Sainte-Anne, Stoneham Mountain Resort

Access to Telluride, Colorado is not included with the Epic Australia Adaptive Pass. Looking for access to Telluride? You may be interested in the Epic Adaptive Pass available at epicpass.com

Pass Access – Europe

2024 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass: Includes access from November/December 2024 – April/May 2025*
2025 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass: Includes access from November/December 2025 – April/May 2026*

* Opening and closing dates subject to change based on individual Resort operating plans.

SWITZERLAND

5 Days Lift Access at each of these Swiss resorts

No Restricted Peak dates; Days do not have to be consecutive.

  • Crans-Montana
  • Andermatt-Sedrun-Disentis

ITALY

7 Days Lift Access at this Italian resort

No Restricted Peak dates; Days must be consecutive.

  • Skirama Dolomiti

Resorts areas included within Skirama Dolomiti: Madonna di Campiglio, Pinzolo, Folgarida-Marilleva, Pejo, Ponte di Legno-Tonale, Andalo-Fai dalla Paganella, Monte Bondonne, Alpe Cimbra Folgaria-Lavarone

FRANCE

7 Days Lift Access at this French resort

No Restricted Peak dates; Days must be consecutive.

  • Les 3 Vallées

Resorts areas included within Les 3 Vallées: Courchevel, Méribel, Brides-les-Bains, Les Menuires, Sanit-Martin-de-Belleville, Val Thorens, Orelle

North American Restricted Peak Dates

The Epic Australia Adaptive Pass does not include access to a few of our most popular North American resorts on some of the most popular days of the year.

Epic Australia Adaptive Pass holders will not have lift access on the following dates at Whistler Blackcomb, Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Park City, Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood and Stowe.

2024 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass

  • 29 November – 30 November 2024
  • 19 December – 31 December 2024
  • 18 January 2025
  • 15 – 16 February 2025
  • 1 March 2025
  • 8 March 2025
  • 15 March 2025

2025 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass

  • 28 November – 29 November 2025
  • 19 December – 31 December 2025
  • 17 January 2026
  • 14 -15 February 2026
  • 7 March 2026
  • 14 March 2026
  • 21 March 2026

Looking for extended Northern Hemisphere access with the removal of Restricted Peak Dates? Contact the Epic Australia Pass team here for more information on upgrading your Pass.

 

Pass Benefits

Benefits - Perisher, Falls Creek & Hotham

Benefits for Pass holders to share with family & friends:

  • 6 Bring A Mate discount invitations: Epic Australia Adaptive Pass Holders will receive 6 Bring A Mate invitations that can be shared with friends and family for purchase of discounted, 1 day lift tickets valid for use at Perisher, Falls Creek or Hotham. When they buy online in advance, they can save up to 50% off same day rates.

Benefits for Pass holder personal use:

  • 50% off private lessons: Receive 50% off private lessons when purchased in advance at Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham.
  • 20% off group lessons: Receive 20% off group lessons when purchased online and in advance at Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham.
  • 20% off equipment rental: When purchased online, in advance. We offer a wide range of clothing and equipment rentals at Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham. For access to adaptive equipment rentals we recommend contacting Disabled Wintersport Australia.
  • 15% off retail purchases:
    • Perisher: Valid at Perisher Sports outlets, Perisher Snowdome, and Slopestyle.
    • Falls Creek: Valid at Falls Creek Sports outlets, The Board Lounge, and Ski & Boot Co.
    • Hotham: Valid at Hotham Sports outlets, Board Box, Pinnacle, OneTree Sports, and Ray’s Ski Shop in Myrtleford
  • Up to 15% off at owned food and beverage outlets:
    • Perisher: Participating outlets include the Blue Cow Bistro, Holy Cow, Blue Cow BBQ, Subarista, Ski Rock Café, Jax Bar, Base Grind, Yama Bar, Powder Inn, The Burning Log, Snow Gums Restaurant, and all food and beverage outlets at The Station.
    • Hotham: The Bird
  • 15% off accommodation at The Station in Jindabyne
  • Free access to First Tracks:
    • Perisher: First Tracks from 7:30am on selected lifts every Saturday and Sunday during July and August
    • Hotham: Heavenly Valley First Tracks from 7.30am on selected lifts every Wednesday to Sunday from July
  • Free access to Night Skiing:
    • Perisher: Select Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout the season.
    • Falls Creek: Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the season on Australia's longest green run Wombats Ramble.
    • Hotham: Wednesday and Saturdays throughout the season.
Benefits – North America

Epic Australia Adaptive Pass Holders receive Epic Mountain Rewards when visiting Vail Resorts owned and operated Resorts in North America.

  • 20% off lodging
  • 20% off ski & snowboard rentals
  • 20% off Ski & Snowboard School group lessons
  • 20% off food & beverage at quick-service and on-mountain restaurants
  • 20% off Whistler Blackcomb heli-skiing
  • And more!

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Bring A Mate tickets

Epic Australia Adaptive Pass holders receive 6 Bring A Mate invitations that can be shared with friends and family for purchase of discounted, 1 day lift tickets valid for use Perisher, Falls Creek or Hotham. When they buy online, they can save up to 50% off same day rates.

Bring A Mate invites can be sent to any mates of your choice - all 6 to the same person or each to a different mate - the choice is yours! Simply share the Bring A Mate invitation(s) with your mates for them to receive discounts on 1 day lift tickets of up to 50% on same day rates, when they purchase online.

If you have a 2024 Epic Australia Adaptive Pass, find out more about 2024 Bring A Mate tickets here.

Epic Coverage with every Pass

Epic Coverage is included with every Epic Australia Adaptive Pass and provides eligibility for refunds associated with certain Personal Refund Events, including job loss, illness, injury and more*. Click here for more information on Epic Coverage.

* Terms and Conditions apply.

 

Assistance in Resort

How can I access specialised adaptive equipment rentals?

If you are a DWA member, you can access specialised adaptive equipment, such as sit skis and outriggers, ensuring that members of all abilities can experience the snow, and the excitement skiing and snowboarding provides.

How can I access adaptive lessons?

Our Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham Snowsports Schools offer adaptive private lessons with highly trained and internationally recognised instructors who aim to meet the needs of skiers and riders of all abilities. Our lessons are tailored to your specific support requirements and can include the use of specialised equipment.

To book an adaptative private lesson please contact our Resort teams in advance so that we can discuss your specific requirements and capabilities.

Please note: Lessons are subject to availability of suitably qualified and experienced instructors.

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How can I arrange for on snow support?

As a DWA member visiting Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham, you may request the assistance of a volunteer guide. DWA's adaptive snowsport guides help facilitate the on-snow experience for members, from getting safely around the mountain and using your equipment to loading and unloading the lifts and communicating with mountain staff.

Please contact the DWA here in advance of your visit for more information and to request your booking.

How do I arrange lift access for my guide or companion?

Epic Australia Adaptive Pass Holders that require the assistance of a companion or guide to support them on the snow can purchase one Guide/Companion lift ticket per day for a reduced price at all Vail Resorts owned and operated resorts. This ticket can be purchased by contacting us via email or over the counter in resort on presentation of your current DWA membership card or Companion Card where a carer is noted or endorsed on the card.

Click here to contact us for more information about purchasing Guide/Companion lift tickets.

 

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