El Colorado Ski Resort Guide
El Colorado, Chile
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 10,827ft |
| Lowest Lift | 7,874ft |
| Nearest Airport | Santiago |
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El Colorado
The ski area of El Colorado is in the Chilean Andes at an altitude of 7,874ft.
Summary
El Colorado has direct access to 22 marked pistes, served by a total of 18 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 10,827ft, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
El Colorado is highly rated by Snowboarders and there is a Snow Park in El Colorado.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Cono Este (3)', which is 1 miles in length.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in El Colorado?
The next notable snow forecast is 1in, expected on 24 November, with around 6in forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
El Colorado Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 5 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 10 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 11 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 18 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
El Colorado Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 10,827ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Trail | 7,874ft |
| Max Vertical | 2,953ft |
Ski Slope Aspects
W
El Colorado has ski slopes facing west.
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Location and Map
Where is El Colorado?
This ski resort is in the Chilean Andes in Lo Barnechea, Provincia de Santiago.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to El Colorado is Santiago, 75 minutes drive away.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 18 ski lifts are able to uplift 14,010 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 2 miles of ski runs, with 12 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is El Colorado open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
