Las Leñas
Mendoza Province, Argentina
Snow reliability
Quick Facts
- Country
- Argentina
- Region
- Mendoza Province
- Base altitude
- 2,240m
- Peak altitude
- 3,430m
- Total pistes
- 60 km
- Total lifts
- 13
- Season
- June 14 to October 4
- Ski pass
- local
- Nearest airport
- Malargüe (LGS), 1h 15min transfer
- Snow reliability
- 8/10
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The closest major airport is Malargüe (LGS), with a ~1h 15m transfer to the resort.
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About Las Leñas
Las Leñas is Argentina's most extreme ski resort and one of the world's great destinations for expert and off-piste skiers, a remote high-altitude area at 2,240m in the Mendoza Andes that receives some of the deepest and driest snow in South America. Its 60km of marked terrain belies the resort's true scale — the vast off-piste terrain accessible from the summit at 3,430m extends across multiple valleys and includes enormous couloirs, open powder bowls, and challenging freeride lines that have featured in ski films since the 1990s. Las Leñas is not a resort for families or beginners: the on-piste terrain skews heavily towards intermediate and advanced, the infrastructure is deliberately utilitarian, the location is genuinely remote — 75 minutes from the small airport at Malargüe — and the appeal is almost entirely about the quality of the skiing and the depth of the Andean snowpack. For expert US skiers willing to make the journey, Las Leñas in a good snow year delivers a powder experience that rivals the finest destinations in North America or Japan, at a fraction of the cost.
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Las Leñas: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Las Leñas good for beginners?
- Las Leñas scores 3/10 for beginner suitability and is oriented primarily toward intermediate and advanced skiers. Dedicated beginner terrain is limited, and the mountain environment is more demanding than at typical learning resorts. First-time skiers will generally progress more comfortably at a resort with a stronger beginner focus. Those committed to learning at Las Leñas should book ski school instruction from the outset.
- When does Las Leñas open and close for the 2026/27 ski season?
- Las Leñas typically opens in June and runs through October, based on recent seasons. The 2026/27 opening and closing dates have not yet been confirmed by the resort. Exact dates vary year to year depending on snowfall and conditions. Check the resort's official website as the season approaches for confirmed dates.
- Which ski pass covers Las Leñas?
- Las Leñas is covered by the local. This pass may also include access to other linked resorts depending on which tier you purchase. Pricing and blackout dates vary by season; check the pass provider's official site for 2026/27 rates and the full list of included resorts.
- How do I get to Las Leñas?
- The nearest major airport to Las Leñas is Malargüe (LGS). The transfer to the resort takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes by road. Private transfers, shared shuttles, and rental cars are all available from the airport. Mountain roads can be affected by heavy snowfall in winter, so checking conditions before traveling is advisable.