Skiing in Río Negro
Río Negro is a ski destination in Argentina, part of the South America region, with 6 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 832m to 2,095m, giving a vertical range of 1,263m. Across the area there are 75km of prepared pistes. There are 112 runs in total - 34 easy, 45 intermediate, 18 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 41 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 3 gondolas and 22 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Cerro Catedral, Cerro Perito Moreno, Piedras Blancas and Complejo Turístico Teleférico Cerro Otto. The ski season typically runs from June to October. A daily adult lift pass costs around €45 on average.
Ski Resorts in Río Negro
6 ski resorts in Río Negro
Baguales Mountain Reserve
Baguales Patagonia offers a unique cat-skiing and backcountry ski experience from La Mesada Lodge, located at 1,700 meters above sea level in Northern Patagonia. Guests are transported by two Pistenbully snowcats with IFMGA-certified guides to explore the finest terrain.
Cerro Catedral
Sitio oficial de Catedral Alta Patagonia. Esquí y snowboard para todos los niveles, ascensos y actividades para no esquiadores
Cerro Perito Moreno
Cerro Perito Moreno is a ski area in Río Negro, Argentina. It has 25 km of pistes served by 10 lifts, including 2 chairlifts. The slopes run from 988 m to 1,734 m, a vertical drop of 746 m.
Complejo Turístico Teleférico Cerro Otto
The Teleférico Cerro Otto Tourist Complex is located at Km 5 on Av. de los Pioneros in San Carlos de Bariloche, offering a unique experience surrounded by mountains, lakes, and forests. It features a cable car ride to 1,405 meters above sea level, a revolving restaurant, and panoramic views of Bariloche and Lake Nahuel Huapi.
Mallín Alto
Mallín Alto is a ski area in Río Negro, Argentina.
Piedras Blancas
Piedras Blancas is a small ski area in Río Negro, Argentina. It has 3 km of pistes served by 2 lifts. The slopes run from 1,195 m to 1,315 m, a vertical drop of 120 m.
Río Negro at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 6 resorts
Total Resorts
6
Total Piste km
82 km
Total Lifts
45
Elevation Range
832–2,095 m
Avg Day Pass
-
Total Runs
112
Where to start in Río Negro
Top picks across 1 category
Best value
- 1.Baguales Mountain ReserveGood
- 2.Cerro CatedralGood
- 3.Cerro Perito MorenoGood
Top Resorts in Río Negro
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro Catedral | 54 | 1,052 | 30 |
| Cerro Perito Moreno | 25 | 746 | 10 |
| Piedras Blancas | 3 | 120 | 2 |
| Baguales Mountain Reserve | - | - | - |
| Complejo Turístico Teleférico Cerro Otto | - | 579 | 3 |
| Mallín Alto | - | 1,400 | - |
Season Calendar - Río Negro
When each resort is open for skiing
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