📷 Chapelco
South America
Chapelco
Excellent · 2026 season average
Closed for the season · average of 51 verified open days
Best months to book: August, July · last season + 31-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed August 30
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 12
todayPast 24 Hours
0.6cm
Reported by ChapelcoPast 48 Hours
0.9cm
Past 10 Days
3cm
7-Day Forecast
0.3cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
42
2026 season
Bluebird Days
1
2026 season
Excellent
2026 season average
Chapelco is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 50.4 across 51 verified open days.
August
#1 to book
94cm avg · scored 55.2
July
#2 to book
95cm avg · scored 43.6
Best weeks to book
- #11 Aug – 7 Augscored 62.6
- #28 Aug – 14 Augscored 58.9
- #322 Aug – 28 Augscored 52.9
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2026) · 75% 31-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 28 Jul – 10 Aug. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Sep 12, 11:01 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended August 30, 2026
29 runs · 13 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Ops signals
- ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
Mocho Inferior
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About Chapelco
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.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Chapelco
- Where is Chapelco?
- Chapelco is a ski resort in Argentina.
- How high is Chapelco?
- Chapelco runs from a base elevation of 1,250 m (4,101 ft) to a summit of 1,980 m (6,496 ft), giving a vertical drop of 730 m (2,395 ft).
- How big is Chapelco?
- Chapelco has 855 acres (346 hectares) of skiable terrain, 29 marked runs and 13 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Chapelco?
- Chapelco is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Chapelco?
- Chapelco typically operates from July to August. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Chapelco get in a typical season?
- Chapelco averages 350 inches / 890 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Chapelco in winter 2026?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #121 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +7% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Chapelco averaged +7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically leaned mildly in this resort's favor for winter 2026. Analog winters: '97-98 -6%, '15-16 +7%, '23-24 +20%. A pattern, not a promise.
