South America
Las Araucarías Resort Guide
Superb · 2026 season average
Projected to open June 2027 · average of 71 verified open days
Best months to book: August, September, October · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Jun 2027 — closed October 15
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
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Past 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
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7-Day Forecast
9cm
Snow Depth
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Powder Days
24
2026 season
Bluebird Days
1
2026 season
Resort Guide
Las Araucarías is a ski resort located on the slopes of the Lonquimay Volcano in the Araucanía Region of Chile. The resort features a variety of ski runs suitable for beginners and intermediate skiers, with panoramic views of native forests and volcanic landscapes. Key amenities include ski and snowboard rentals, a ski school, and a mountain lodge offering food and accommodation. Its tranquil setting and proximity to Conguillío National Park make it a distinctive destination for those seeking a relaxed alpine experience amidst natural beauty.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Las Araucarías
Skiable area
865 ac
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner25% of terrain
- Intermediate58% of terrain
- Expert17% of terrain
Lift fleet
- Double chair1
- Surface lift3
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Independent
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Check local recommendations for the best après ski spots in Las Araucarías.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:05 PM UTC
1,080cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+23%
vs 5-Year Avg
877cm avg by now
+86%
vs 30-Year Avg
580cm avg by now
877cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 1080.4 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~1078.7 cm. That's 23% above the 5-year average (877 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 86% above the 30-year average (580 cm).
Las Araucarías Season Snowfall
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Las Araucarías Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 555cm with an average of 54 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 50% above this average (830cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 133cm | 12 days | 38cm | 78cm | 27cm |
| July | 138cm | 13 days | 86cm | 118cm | 29cm |
| August | 152cm | 13 days | 120cm | 157cm | 30cm |
| September | 89cm | 9 days | 120cm | 149cm | 22cm |
| October | 46cm | 6 days | 73cm | 110cm | 16cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
68.9
Season Average
71 days scored
94
Best Day
29 Aug
66
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
18
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
August 2026
- 9429 Aug28cm
- 9430 Aug24cm
- 9128 Aug23cm
September 2026
- 8824 Sep14cm
- 8721 Sep18cm
- 8623 Sep10cm
October 2026
- 853 Oct16cm
- 751 Oct7cm
- 754 Oct13cm
August scored highest for Las Araucarías in 2026. Based on 71 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026)
Opens Jun 15, 2026
Through Oct 15, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
August
Peak Season
July
Peak Season
September
Good
June
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Las Araucarías
- Where is Las Araucarías?
- Las Araucarías is a ski resort in Chile.
- How high is Las Araucarías?
- Las Araucarías runs from a base elevation of 1,550 m (5,085 ft) to a summit of 1,950 m (6,398 ft), giving a vertical drop of 400 m (1,312 ft).
- How big is Las Araucarías?
- Las Araucarías has 865 acres (350 hectares) of skiable terrain and 12 marked runs.
- Which ski pass covers Las Araucarías?
- Las Araucarías is on the Independent. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Las Araucarías?
- Las Araucarías typically operates from June to October. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
