South American Ski Resort Opening Dates For Winter 2026

Many lifts in North America have stopped spinning, but lifts in South America are just getting started. There is no way to sugar coat this year’s ski season for the U.S., both literally and metaphorically, as many resorts in the western half of the U.S. saw some of their lowest snowpack numbers yet. But, that doesn’t mean that you missed your chance to have a powder day this season.

South America is known for their world-class skiing and snow. From steep chutes to skiing on an active volcano, skiing South America is an experience that no resort in North America could ever give you. But when can you ski in South America? FREESKIER’s complete guide for South American Ski Resort opening dates for the 2026-27 season has the answers for you.

Editor's note: Many dates are projected opening dates from sources like OnTheSnow. Some resorts have posted on their website when they will open which we have marked as confirmed. FREESKIER will update this list as more confirmed dates get published.