Ski resort
Las Leñas
One of the most renowned ski resorts in South America. 18 km from Complejo Los Molles — 15 minutes on Ruta 222 to the base.
Why it's iconic
A tradition of freeride and altitude
Opened in July 1983, Las Leñas became one of South American skiing's icons. Host of the 1990 Pan American Winter Games and the 1989 Women's Alpine Skiing World Championships, today it combines slopes for every level with off-piste terrain that draws riders from around the world.
The ski resort is 18 km from Complejo Los Molles. For many guests, that's the ideal combo: a full day on the slopes or in the snow, and at the end of the day you come back to a quiet valley, away from the resort buzz.
Resort facts
By the numbers
2,222 – 3,430 m
Base – summit altitude
14
Lifts
29
Marked slopes
~65 km²
Skiable area
7,050 m
Longest descent
30
Snow cannons
The slopes
For every level, with iconic freeride
The 29 marked slopes cover the full range: zones for beginners, intermediates, advanced and experts. The Apolo, Neptuno and Venus descents can be linked into a 7,050-meter run — one of the longest on the continent.
The real plus is off-piste: the terrain beyond the marked area is what turned Las Leñas into a must-stop on the global freeride circuit. Only with a certified guide, safety gear and the right conditions — but when it's on, it's hard to beat.
Season
When to travel
The usual season runs from June to September, with peak snow in July and August. September often has a solid base with fewer crowds and lower rates — ideal if you don't need to be there on opening day.
The resort has 30 snow cannons distributed across the mountain, helping stabilize the base in drier seasons.
How to get there
The routes
From Complejo Los Molles it's 18 km on Ruta Provincial 222 — generally well-signed driving, about 15 minutes. In winter it's best to leave with time to spare and with snow tires or chains on hand.
If you're coming from further away, Las Leñas is 70 km from the town of Malargüe, 340 km from Mendoza city and 650 km from Santiago de Chile. Reference airports: Malargüe or San Rafael.
From Complejo Los Molles
18 km · 15 min · Ruta Provincial 222
From the town of Malargüe
70 km · Ruta 40 + Ruta 222
From Mendoza city
340 km · ~4 h 30 min
Your ideal base
Stay 15 minutes from the slopes
Just 15 minutes from Las Leñas, Los Molles Complejo Turístico combines the calm of the valley with all the excitement of the mountains. Stone and wood cabins, our own restaurant and a VERTICAL ski rental branch on-site — everything is set up so you can make the most of every day.