Legendary Las Lenas, Argentina Will CLOSE on September 7th Due To Lack of Snow… A striking lack of snow has caused Las Leñas, Argentina to announce a closing date of September 7th, 2019. Las Lenas generally plans to stay open until at least October 1st or later. Las Lenas was also forced close early on September 8th in 2018 due to a lack of snow. The Central Andes of South America have been experiencing […] Industry News Paulie | September 4, 2019 0 Comments
South American Ski Guide: Las Leñas, Argentina It’s August already, and even if we want to deny it, the season in the United States is over. However, this doesn’t necessarily have to mean that we must put our skis away until next year. In fact, I would dare to say that the real adventure hasn’t even started. When people ask me “Where are you from?”, and I say “Argentina”, many […] Matias Ricci | August 9, 2019 6 Comments
Las Leñas, Argentina Eyeing June 22nd Opening | Multiple FEET Fresh Snow Forecast Las Leñas Ski Resort in Argentina recently postponed their 15th June opening date. Rumors have it that the 11,253-foot resort nestled in the heart of the Andes could open a week later, on the 22nd. We’re still waiting for that confirmation. Related: Valle Nevado, Chile is One of the Best Places to See the Total Solar Eclipse Next Month (and Ski!) […] Weather WeatherBrains | June 13, 2019 0 Comments
Las Leñas, Argentina To Get “New” Gondola in 2020 After many years of rumors, Las Leñas, Argentina recently published plans to install a gondola. More specifically, a recycled gondola from Schladming, Austria will be shipped to its new home in the Andes. Construction in Las Leñas will reportedly begin in Summer 2020. Las Leñas is based high in the Andes and is known for its rugged nature and incredible big-mountain terrain. […] Industry News Adrian Dolatschko | March 29, 2019 0 Comments
Las Lenas, Argentina Will CLOSE for Season on Saturday Due To Lack of Snow Sadly, the rumors are true, and Las Lenas, Argentina yesterday confirmed that their last day of operations will be Saturday, September 8th, 2018, a full 3 weeks ahead of schedule. VALLE DE LAS LEÑAS informa: Dadas las excepcionales condiciones climatológicas que estamos atravesando con temperaturas superiores a los 20 grados en la alta cordillera; el equipo de Montaña de Valle […] Industry News Steven Agar | September 6, 2018 0 Comments
Las Lenas, Argentina May Close On Sunday Due To Lack Of Snow ***Update 3pm PDT September 5th, 2018: Las Lenas has confirmed that their last day of operations will be Saturday September 8th, 2018 – 3 weeks ahead of schedule VALLE DE LAS LEÑAS informa: Dadas las excepcionales condiciones climatológicas que estamos atravesando con temperaturas superiores a los 20 grados en la alta cordillera; el equipo de Montaña de Valle de Las […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 6, 2018 0 Comments
How To: Get from EZE to Buenos Aires to Las Leñas or Bariloche Flying into Buenos Aires’ International airport, EZE, for a ski or snowboard trip to Argentina can be very intimidating. Buenos Aires is home to 13 million people, it’s sprawling, it’s not simple to navigate. But, if you know a few tips, it becomes obnoxiously easy. Knowing a few words of Spanish is a huge help – not many people speak English in Buenos Aires. […] Featured Article SnowBrains | July 19, 2018 17 Comments
VIDEO: Gringos Going Off in Las Lenas, Argentina Las Lenas ski resort got some snow in early September. These guys took advantage. “Watch as skiers Max Mackenzie, Adria Millan, Dorian Densmore, Tait Trautman, Sebastian Toso and Harrison Fitch, tee off on unique lines in perfect stability.” – Freeskier Conditions Report SnowBrains | September 10, 2017 0 Comments