Peak Elevation
1,981 m
6,500 ft
Vertical Drop
732 m
2,400 ft
Skiable Area
142 ha
350 ac
Avg Snowfall
150 cm
59 in
Lifts
10
Chapelco Weather Forecast
About
Chapelco is an Andean ski resort above Lago Lacar in Patagonia, Argentina, about 19 km from San Martin de los Andes. The mountain rises from 1,250 m to 1,970 m, a vertical of 720 m, with roughly 12 lifts serving around 30 marked runs inside Lanin National Park. Slopes face the lake and the cone of Lanin volcano, and the season runs June into October.
Terrain
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Operated by Nieves del Chapelco S.A.
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Chapelco have?
Chapelco has 10 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 14,500 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Chapelco?
Chapelco has a vertical drop of 2,400 feet (732 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Chapelco?
The summit of Chapelco sits at 6,500 feet (1,981 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Chapelco have?
Chapelco has 29 marked trails, totaling roughly 15.3 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Chapelco?
Chapelco covers 350 acres (142 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Chapelco offer night skiing?
No, Chapelco does not offer night skiing.
Does Chapelco have snowmaking?
Yes, Chapelco has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Chapelco get each year?
Chapelco averages around 59 inches (150 cm) of snowfall per season.
