The Best Ski Resorts for Tree Skiing in Austria
Gliding through perfectly-spaced trees is one of skiing's most exhilarating experiences. Our tree skiing rankings showcase the resorts where you'll find the best woodland adventures, from gentle glades to challenging forest routes. These rankings come straight from our community of passionate skiers and snowboarders who've tested these tree runs firsthand. Only resorts with sufficient feedback make the cut, ensuring you get reliable intel on where to find your forest fix. Been carving through the trees lately? Share your experience and leave a review.
Looking for more ways to plan your perfect ski trip? Check out our other Austrian resort rankings for Off-Piste, Powder Zones, and Expert Skiers.
Best Ski Resort for Tree Runs in Austria: Hochkönig - Tree Runs Rating
Tree skiing in Hochkönig is a highlight for many Snomad users. One reviewer, Linda, describes it as excellent with great quality snow, giving it top marks. Cameron, an expert snowboarder, points out "great terrain nestled around the tree runs with great powder." The ski circuit gets particular praise from Andrew, who calls it "a good challenge and leg burner" with beautiful views throughout. While tree runs receive mixed reviews from some intermediate skiers, the overall consensus is positive. Harry, an expert skier, notes that beyond the marked runs, there are "hidden off-piste areas" among the trees, adding another dimension to Hochkönig's varied terrain.
#2 Schladming - Tree Runs Rating
Schladming's tree skiing receives glowing praise from our Snomad community. Users highlight the beautiful forest runs that weave through the four connected mountains. One skier particularly loves "the option to ski through the trees on their blue runs, it's so pretty." Another advanced skier considers the "snowy forest runs" part of what makes Schladming one of their all-time favourite European resorts. The tree-lined slopes create a picturesque setting that adds to the overall charm of the resort. It's particularly appealing for intermediate skiers looking for scenic routes while enjoying well-groomed pistes surrounded by stunning Alpine forests.
#3 Nassfeld Hermagor - Tree Runs Rating
Nassfeld's tree runs are a major highlight for skiers of all levels. Sam, an expert snowboarder, loves the "good runs" with "nice areas" for exploring amongst the trees. Dylan, an advanced skier, specifically calls out the resort as "amazing for skiing along trees" - a sentiment echoed by many Snomad users. With ratings consistently high for this aspect, these wooded areas offer both protection from the elements and exciting terrain. Betty, an intermediate snowboarder, mentions how these areas contribute to the "variety" that makes Nassfeld special, while James appreciates the combination of tree-lined runs within the resort's extensive 100km network.



























