★9.7
Summit 11,253ft
#26 in the World★ 8.6 Flock RatingLake Nahuel Huapi & Mendoza High Andes
Argentine Andes & Patagonia
Cerro Catedral Tree Glades, Extreme Couloirs at Las Leñas, and Malbec Firesides
Argentina pairs dramatic Andean terrain with vibrant South American culture. Cerro Catedral in San Carlos de Bariloche is the largest and most developed ski resort in South America, featuring 3,000 skiable acres, modern lift networks, and panoramic views over Lake Nahuel Huapi. Further north in the Mendoza Province, Las Leñas is world-renowned for extreme big-mountain freeriding off the legendary Marte chairlift, accessing steep chutes and untouched powder bowls. Further south in Patagonia, Cerro Castor outside Ushuaia offers the southernmost ski resort on the planet, with cold snow dropping to sea level.
Total Runs
237 Trails
Total Lifts
116 Lifts
Skiable Terrain
13,989 Acres
Max Vertical Drop
3,937 ft
Pass Networks
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Resort Locations across Argentine Andes & Patagonia
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Snowpack & Climate Intelligence
Storms sweep across the Southern Ocean and Pacific, dumping snow on the Argentine side of the Andes. Bariloche features skiable lenga beech forests that offer tree-skiing and visibility during storm cycles. Las Leñas sits high in the arid Andes at 7,300 to 11,250 feet, producing cold, dry powder on expansive treeless faces.
Transit, Airports & Mountain Roads
Domestic flights connect from Buenos Aires (Aeroparque AEP and Ezeiza EZE) to San Carlos de Bariloche Airport (BRC) in roughly two hours. Cerro Catedral is located 25 minutes from downtown Bariloche. Las Leñas is reached via domestic flights to San Rafael (AFA) or Malargüe, followed by a private shuttle transfer.
Season Pass Coverage
Cerro Catedral and Las Leñas operate on independent local season passes and daily RFID tickets. Both resorts maintain partnerships with international pass alliances, and select Chilean pass products offer reciprocal discounts.
Mountain Towns, Lodging & Après
Bariloche is the chocolate and culinary capital of Patagonia, celebrated for artisanal chocolate shops, craft microbreweries, and Argentine asado steakhouses serving grilled beef and Mendoza Malbec wine. Après-ski centers on lively base bars with live guitar music, followed by late-night dining that starts after 9:30 PM.
Trip Planning Window
When to Ski Argentine Andes & Patagonia
Early Season
Late Nov to Dec
Colder temperatures trigger extensive snowmaking. Mountain bases open early terrain with minimal lift line congestion.
Peak Powder Window
January & February
Consistent maritime or continental snowstorms produce the deepest mid-winter base depths and optimum bowl skiing.
Spring Sunshine
March to Mid-April
Longer daylight hours, soft afternoon corn snow, and sun-drenched outdoor terrace après across high alpine slopes.
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Head-to-Head: Catedral Alta Patagonia vs CaviahueSki Resorts in Argentine Andes & Patagonia (8)
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★9.6
Summit 7,152ft
Catedral Alta Patagonia
San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro
Vert
3,773'
Acres
2,965
Snow
240"
Lifts
34
Catedral Alta Patagonia in Río Negro, AR
★8.7
Summit 3,468ft
Cerro Castor
Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego
Vert
2,828'
Acres
1,600
Snow
210"
Lifts
12
Cerro Castor in Tierra del Fuego, AR
★8.2
Summit 6,512ft
Cerro Chapelco
San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén
Vert
2,411'
Acres
1,600
Snow
220"
Lifts
12
Cerro Chapelco in Neuquén, AR
★8.2
Summit 6,890ft
Cerro Perito Moreno
El Bolsón, Río Negro
Vert
3,937'
Acres
600
Snow
200"
Lifts
8
Cerro Perito Moreno in Río Negro, AR
★8.1
Summit 5,850ft
★8.1
Summit 6,725ft
★8.0
Summit 6,700ft
Frequently Asked Questions About Skiing in Argentine Andes & Patagonia
When is the best time to ski in Argentina?
The core winter season runs from July through September. Late July and August offer the best powder and deepest snowpack. September delivers excellent spring touring conditions under warmer sunshine.
What makes Las Leñas famous among freeriders?
Las Leñas is legendary for the Marte chairlift, which accesses thousands of acres of steep, lift-served extreme chutes, cliff bands, and open bowls with sustained 40-to-50-degree fall lines.
How do you get to Bariloche from Buenos Aires?
Multiple domestic airlines (Aerolíneas Argentinas, Flybondi, JetSmart) operate frequent two-hour flights from Buenos Aires Aeroparque (AEP) directly to San Carlos de Bariloche Airport (BRC).
Where is the southernmost ski resort in the world?
Cerro Castor, located near Ushuaia in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, is the southernmost commercial ski resort on Earth, operating from late June into October with cold, reliable sea-level snow.