📷 El Colorado
South America
El Colorado
Superb · 2026 season average
Closed for the season · average of 93 verified open days
Best months to book: August, July, September · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed September 27
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 5
todayPast 24 Hours
4cm
Resort reportedPast 48 Hours
10cm
Past 10 Days
47cm
7-Day Forecast
85cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
50
2026 season
Bluebird Days
9
2026 season
Superb
2026 season average
El Colorado is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 64.3 across 93 verified open days.
Best months to book
- #1August79cm avg · scored 74.8
- #2July75cm avg · scored 60
- #3September52cm avg · scored 62.4
Best weeks to book
- #1 1 Aug – 7 Aug · 83.3
- #2 15 Aug – 21 Aug · 77.7
- #3 8 Aug – 14 Aug · 71.4
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2026) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 17 Jul – 30 Jul. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 5, 05:02 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended September 27, 2026
112 runs · 18 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Ops signals
- ●Fresh snow + cold temps — good grooming window next 48h
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About El Colorado
El Colorado is a ski resort located in the Andes Mountains near Santiago, Chile, offering over 1,100 acres of skiable terrain and elevations reaching 3,333 meters. The resort features a variety of slopes suitable for all levels, modern lift systems, and direct access to interconnected ski areas. Its relaxed atmosphere, panoramic mountain views, and proximity to Santiago make it a popular choice for both families and experienced skiers seeking diverse runs and reliable snow conditions. Key amenities include equipment rentals, ski schools, on-mountain dining, and lodging options.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about El Colorado
- Where is El Colorado?
- El Colorado is a ski resort in Chile.
- How high is El Colorado?
- El Colorado runs from a base elevation of 2,430 m (7,972 ft) to a summit of 3,333 m (10,935 ft), giving a vertical drop of 903 m (2,963 ft).
- How big is El Colorado?
- El Colorado has 1,100 acres (445 hectares) of skiable terrain, 112 marked runs and 18 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers El Colorado?
- El Colorado 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 El Colorado?
- El Colorado typically operates from June to September. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does El Colorado get in a typical season?
- El Colorado averages 134 inches / 340 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect El Colorado in winter 2026?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #6 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +56% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), El Colorado averaged +56% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026, El Colorado sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 +100%, '15-16 +28%, '23-24 +40%. A pattern, not a promise.
