Piedras Blancas is South America's premier snow sledding theme park, situated on the forested slopes of Cerro Otto in Bariloche. It features over 3,000 meters of groomed sledding tracks with banked turns and dedicated chairlifts that haul you and your sled back to the summit. Standard passes include 6 runs and cost between $40 and $60 USD.
- ✓ Best for: Families with kids, couples, and travelers wanting snow thrills without learning to ski.
- ✓ Amenities: Chairlifts dedicated to sledding, heated alpine cafe, and safety-marshaled runs.
- ✓ Booking advice: Peak winter weeks (July and August) sell out days in advance; book guided tours with hotel transfers.
If you ask travelers what their most joyous, laugh-filled winter memory in Bariloche was, most will enthusiastically point to Piedras Blancas. Nestled on the scenic eastern slopes of Cerro Otto, this mountain park turns classic snow sledding into a professional, exhilarating alpine attraction.
How Does the Sledding Track System Work?
The park is brilliantly engineered with dedicated chairlifts and groomed snow corridors:
- Board a scenic chairlift carrying you and your individual steering sled up the mountain.
- At the top terminal, safety attendants brief you on braking technique and lane safety.
- Glide down sweeping banked turns carved through snowy native beech forests.
- Standard tickets include 6 thrilling descents across varying track grades.
Amenities & Mountain Dining
Between runs, warm up inside the spacious alpine lodge with steaming mugs of hot chocolate, homemade beef empanadas, and hearty Patagonian soups by the roaring stone fireplace.
Piedras Blancas Sledding Tour with Hotel Transfers
Experience Bariloche's premier sledding tracks with stress-free roundtrip hotel transport and guaranteed admission passes.
Standard rate
Frequently Asked Questions sobre Snow & Family Fun
❓ Can young children ride the sleds?
Children aged 4 and older can ride safely either tandem with a parent or on designated gentle learner tracks.
❓ Do you need waterproof snow gear?
Yes, waterproof ski pants, jacket, gloves, and snow boots are mandatory to stay warm and dry throughout the descents.
❓ What is the difference between Piedras Blancas and Cerro Otto Cable Car?
They are separate complexes on the same mountain: the cable car goes to the Rotating Cafe at the summit, while Piedras Blancas is specifically dedicated to sledding.