First Snow of the Year @ Valle Nevado, Chile | Photo Tour

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Valle Nevado Backcountry on Saturday, May 4th.
Valle Nevado Backcountry on Saturday, May 4th.

Valle Nevado, Chile got their first snow storm of the year this past week.  They got about 5+ inches and it blanketed the local landscape well.

When it’s on, road laps from nearby El Colorado can be all-time.  The road laps are reportedly the best skiing in the area and the video at the bottom of this article allows a prominent view of why.

 

Valle Nevado ski resort on Saturday, May 4th
Valle Nevado ski resort on Saturday, May 4th

If you’re thinking of skiing South America this summer, it’s time to start planning a bit.  We recommend showing up in Early August and staying for about a month.  July has all the big winter break holiday crowds and can thin and inconsistent on the snow front.

Valle Nevado gondola on Saturday, May 4th
Valle Nevado gondola on Saturday, May 4th

Curious about skiing in South America in the summer?  We’ve got you covered.  Miles Clark and many more skiers and riders will be reporting from South America ski centers this summer for SnowBrains.com.  We’ll keep you informed on where the best snow is as well as all the how-tos.

Foot penetration looks good at Valle Nevado ski resort on Fiday, May 3rd
Foot penetration looks good at Valle Nevado ski resort on Fiday, May 3rd
This is what home should look like.  Valle Nevado
This is what home should look like. Valle Nevado

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