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Chapelco

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Resort Guide

Chapelco is a ski resort located in the Argentine Patagonia near San Martín de los Andes, offering panoramic views of the Lanín Volcano and surrounding forests. The resort features 28 runs across varied terrain suitable for all skill levels, modern lift systems, and a range of amenities including ski schools, equipment rentals, and mountain dining. Chapelco is recognized for its blend of natural beauty, well-groomed slopes, and opportunities for activities such as snowboarding, Nordic skiing, and snowshoeing, making it a prominent destination in South America.

Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionSouth America
CountryArgentina
Base Elevation1,250m
Summit Elevation1,980m
Vertical Drop730m
Skiable Acres855
Total Runs29
Total Lifts13
Annual Snowfall350 inches / 890 cm
Longest Run5.3 km / 3.3 mi
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Chapelco

Weather Forecast · 1,250m – 1,980m

Data reported at Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
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Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
0cm
Season Total
14cm
SnowSure™ Score
12
Limited
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Stable
Conditions are holding steady.

Limited conditions.

Chapelco currently has a snow depth of 14cm, with overcast conditions and temperatures around -7°C. Although only 1cm of snow has fallen in the past week, the 14-day forecast suggests an expected average of 36cm, with some models predicting up to 61cm.

Depth
Recent
Forecast
Historic
Score calculated Mon, Feb 02, 10:14 PM UTC
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1,980m) · Forecast from Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
ECMWF
83.8cm
GFS
65.9cm
GEM
15.7cm
JMA
10.2cm
ICON
27.7cm
Average
40.7cm
10-Day Forecast
Summit (1,980m) · Updated Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
Today
21
0°
-7°
Sat
22
0°
-9°
Sun
23
-3°
-4°
0.1cm
Mon
24
-1°
-4°
1.1cm
Tue
25
-1°
-4°
7.7cm
Wed
26
-3°
-5°
13cm
Thu
27
-3°
-5°
5.6cm
Fri
28
-2°
-5°
3.8cm
Sat
29
-1°
-4°
2.8cm
Sun
30
-2°
-4°
3.7cm
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
14cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+36%
vs 5-Year Avg
243cm avg by now
+36%
vs 30-Year Avg
243.5cm avg by now
243cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

This season is at 14 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~87.5 cm. That's 64% below the 5-year average (243 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 64% below the 30-year average (243.5 cm).

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Top Après Ski

Pradera del Puma – This popular après-ski bar at Chapelco is renowned for its cozy mountain atmosphere, signature cocktails, and panoramic views of the Andes, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Chapelco — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Chapelco, Argentina.

The current snow depth at Chapelco is 14cm. The season total snowfall is 14cm. The current SnowSure™ rating is 12/100.

Chapelco has 29 runs. and 13 lifts. covering 855 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1250m to 1980m. with a vertical drop of 730m. The resort averages 350 inches / 890 cm of snowfall annually..

The 14-day snow forecast for Chapelco predicts approximately 49cm of snowfall. LUXSKI provides forecasts from multiple weather models including ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, and Météo-France, updated hourly.

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Chapelco directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Chapelco destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.