Argentina is an untamed and snow-laden canvas with a handful of amazing resorts, some of which reach as high as 3500m! And who better to give us the low-down on this bucket-list destination than resident Dope Snow rider Bárbara Pérez. We managed to corner her for a quick interview to tell us all about her home country and how to ride like a local. Let’s see what she had to say!
You’ve got a unique relationship with this magical place, don’t you? Can you tell us about it?
I was born and raised here, and I've been skiing in Patagonia since I was three. If you’ve never been, I can honestly say it’s one of the most breathtaking places on Earth. The Andes mountains are wild and endless, with incredible views, steep terrain, and snow that feels like it goes on forever.
“Argentina is home for me, and coming back here to snowboard always feels like returning to where it all began.”
I know it’s a big question, but what does snowboarding in Argentina mean to you?
The terrain is raw and wild, with fewer lifts and less infrastructure, but that’s part of what makes it so special. The snow is more humid than in other parts of the world, but you get a lot of clear, bluebird days.
What truly drives me crazy – in the best way – is the vibe. The people, the authentic feel of it all. The stars at night, the silence of the mountains, the food, and the richness of Argentinian culture. It’s not just about snowboarding here – it’s a whole sensory experience.
“It’s a freeride and backcountry paradise.”
Snowboarding in Argentina is so special, but what should riders expect if they visit?
The biggest differences are definitely the snow conditions, it’s wetter in Argentina, and the infrastructure. Things here are more rustic, more stripped back.
So many natural drops, tons of rocks to play on, and incredibly steep lines. And again, the soul of it all: the culture, the simplicity, the warmth. It hits different. It feels real.
“Argentina is home for me, and coming back here to snowboard always feels like returning to where it all began.”
Snowboarding in Argentina is so special, but what should riders expect if they visit?
The biggest differences are definitely the snow conditions, it’s wetter in Argentina, and the infrastructure. Things here are more rustic, more stripped back.
So many natural drops, tons of rocks to play on, and incredibly steep lines. And again, the soul of it all: the culture, the simplicity, the warmth. It hits different. It feels real.
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Snowboarding in Argentina is so special, but what should riders expect if they visit?
The biggest differences are definitely the snow conditions, it’s wetter in Argentina, and the infrastructure. Things here are more rustic, more stripped back.
So many natural drops, tons of rocks to play on, and incredibly steep lines. And again, the soul of it all: the culture, the simplicity, the warmth. It hits different. It feels real.
“It’s a freeride and backcountry paradise.”
Snowboarding in Argentina is so special, but what should riders expect if they visit?
The biggest differences are definitely the snow conditions, it’s wetter in Argentina, and the infrastructure. Things here are more rustic, more stripped back.
So many natural drops, tons of rocks to play on, and incredibly steep lines. And again, the soul of it all:
“Argentina is home for me, and coming back here to snowboard always feels like returning to where it all began.”
Snowboarding in Argentina is so special, but what should riders expect if they visit?
The biggest differences are definitely the snow conditions, it’s wetter in Argentina, and the infrastructure. Things here are more rustic, more stripped back.
So many natural drops, tons of rocks to play on, and incredibly steep lines. And again, the soul of it all:
Snowboarding in Argentina is so special, but what should riders expect if they visit?
The biggest differences are definitely the snow conditions, it’s wetter in Argentina, and the infrastructure. Things here are more rustic, more stripped back.
So many natural drops, tons of rocks to play on, and incredibly steep lines. And again, the soul of it all:
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You’ve got a unique relationship with this magical place, don’t you? Can you tell us about it?
I was born and raised here, and I've been skiing in Patagonia since I was three. If you’ve never been, I can honestly say it’s one of the most breathtaking places on Earth. The Andes mountains are wild and endless, with incredible views, steep terrain, and snow that feels like it goes on forever.
“Argentina is home for me, and coming back here to snowboard always feels like returning to where it all began.”
I know it’s a big question, but what does snowboarding in Argentina mean to you?
The terrain is raw and wild, with fewer lifts and less infrastructure, but that’s part of what makes it so special. The snow is more humid than in other parts of the world, but you get a lot of clear, bluebird days.
What truly drives me crazy—in the best way—is the vibe. The people, the authentic feel of it all. The stars at night, the silence of the mountains, the food, and the richness of Argentinian culture. It’s not just about snowboarding here—it’s a whole sensory experience.
“It’s a freeride and backcountry paradise.”
Snowboarding in Argentina is so special, but what should riders expect if they visit?
The biggest differences are definitely the snow conditions, it’s wetter in Argentina, and the infrastructure. Things here are more rustic, more stripped back.
So many natural drops, tons of rocks to play on, and incredibly steep lines. And again, the soul of it all: the culture, the simplicity, the warmth. It hits different. It feels real.
Growing up there, you must have skied the best spots in the country. Give us the inside track! Where do we need to go?
Two places come to mind. First, the Ruta de los 7 Lagos area, it’s honestly one of the most scenic regions in the country, surrounded by lakes and untouched forests. Then on this last trip, we found something completely wild in Real del Pehuenche, right on the border with Chile. It felt remote in a way I hadn’t experienced in years.
You mentioned the culture, and to us that means people. Who are some of the locals that make the place special to you?
Nico Marín was with us, he works with National Geographic capturing underwater life. Then there was El Demente, a huge name in streaming in Argentina, plus our creative lead Loli Labureau, our producer Camila Pelassi, and filmmaker Camilo Llorente. It was such a fun and talented team.
It’s always so hard to pin them down, but what were the standout moments for you from your last trip?
One moment I’ll never forget was riding a snowmobile up into the mountains and reaching this insane lookout over the Maule region, right at the border between Argentina and Chile. None of us expected to get that high or see something that beautiful and untouched. We actually ended up crossing into Chile without realizing it, and the views were unreal.
“You won’t find fancy ski villages or polished resorts. But the terrain makes up for everything.”
Snowboarding in Argentina is so special, but what should riders expect if they visit?
The biggest differences are definitely the snow conditions, it’s wetter in Argentina, and the infrastructure. Things here are more rustic, more stripped back.
So many natural drops, tons of rocks to play on, and incredibly steep lines. And again, the soul of it all: the culture, the simplicity, the warmth. It hits different. It feels real.
Growing up there, you must have skied the best spots in the country. Give us the inside track! Where do we need to go?
Two places come to mind. First, the Ruta de los 7 Lagos area, it’s honestly one of the most scenic regions in the country, surrounded by lakes and untouched forests. Then on this last trip, we found something completely wild in Real del Pehuenche, right on the border with Chile. It felt remote in a way I hadn’t experienced in years.
You mentioned the culture, and to us that means people. Who are some of the locals that make the place special to you?
Nico Marín was with us, he works with National Geographic capturing underwater life. Then there was El Demente, a huge name in streaming in Argentina, plus our creative lead Loli Labureau, our producer Camila Pelassi, and filmmaker Camilo Llorente. It was such a fun and talented team.
It’s always so hard to pin them down, but what were the standout moments for you from your last trip?
One moment I ’ll never forget was riding a snowmobile up into the mountains and reaching this insane lookout over the Maule region, right at the border between Argentina and Chile. None of us expected to get that high or see something that beautiful and untouched. We actually ended up crossing into Chile without realizing it, and the views were unreal.