Las Leñas

Ski resorts in Argentina
Las Leñas, located in the heart of the Argentine Andes, is one of South America's most famous ski resorts and attracts skiers seeking both challenge and magnificent scenery. The ski system reaches up to 3,1410.8 feet and offers 30 slopes and 14 lifts. For advanced skiers, the resort is mainly known for its steep terrain and easily accessible off-piste, with classic runs such as Torrecillas and the vast fields around the legendary Marte lift. When Marte is open, almost unlimited opportunities await you for freeride and summit tours – but the lift is also known for being sensitive to wind.
For beginners and families, there are wide slopes, a ski school and children's areas that make it easy to get started. Park riders will find easier jumps and rails, while the biggest attraction for experienced riders is the natural terrain. The accommodation is close to the slopes, with everything from basic apartments to hotels, and in the small village there are restaurants, bars and the famous nightlife at UFO Point.

Las Leñas is characterized by its isolation – the nearest town is an hour's drive away – which contributes to the feeling of being completely surrounded by mountains. Snow-sure winters, short lift queues and an atmosphere that attracts both international freeskiers and local skiing families await you. Many people combine the trip here with a visit to Mendoza, known for its vineyards and magnificent landscapes.

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Las Leñas Snow forecast

  • Saturday
    2.2 mm rain
    4°
    6.1 m/s
  • Sunday
    17.6 mm slush
    1.8°
    2.7 m/s
  • Monday
    24 cm snow
    -1.2°
    2.7 m/s
 

Facts about Las Leñas

Number of slopes:39
Learning / beginner Green slopes:6
Easy Blue slopes:13
Intermediate Red slopes:13
Advanced / Expert Black slopes:7
Evening skiing:2 number of slopes
Artificial snow:4 number of slopes

Lifts (Total: 11)
Lift capacity:  9200 persons/hour

Vertical drop
Las Leñas Vertical drop
Highest Point: 3430 m
Vertical drop: 1230 m
Base Point: 2200 m

Season
Start:15 June
End:28 September

Cross country skiing
Tracks:16 km
Lit tracks:0 km
Artificial snow:0 km

Areas
Snowparks:1
Childrens area:1
Country: Argentina
Mendoza

Reviews for Las Leñas

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huguito
huguito (Guest)
25/08/2006
Just come home from a week's drive in Las Leñas. Of the seven days we were there, Marte was open 1. The first day of three weeks after it was buried u... Read more (265 words)
Grande
25/08/2006
Well, Marte Problems, Molles, Food / Drink and Drumstorms have been settled so I'll write about the wind, puck Americans, life cards and round off wit... Read more (623 words)
Magnus76
23/10/2005
With the risk of becoming unpopular, I would like to claim that Las Leñas is quite overrated. Filled American dudes, European powder junkies and all-r... Read more (154 words)
Glisseur
14/09/2005
With the Marte lift open, skiing is a definite 5th, the lift gives access to a terrain that fits most of the world. Imagine mixing the Triffids in La ... Read more (400 words)
mankan
13/09/2005
We were in Las Leñas in mid August snow was good. Unfortunately, Las Leña's top lift is quite so sensitive to wind what it seems for 8 days so the top... Read more (199 words)
Patrik_L
02/10/2002
Positive: there was a lot of snow and very cruel world-class offpiste many long and cool coridors and high fall height. And easily accessible offpiste... Read more (136 words)

Most popular photo

Rider: Martin Pichler Photo: Martin Högenberg

Trail map

Trail map Las Leñas

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