La Parva Backcountry

Description: Face above the La Parva ski trails. Several line options with good slope.

Difficulty: Moderate-Advanced

Observations: The face is often exposed to wind, leaving some parts of the lines with shallow snow.

Ascent Time: 30 minutes – 1 hour

Approach: Ascend via the same route as to Chimenea or alternatively to the right of the Piuquenes ski lift. Upon finishing the line, you’re already back at the ski resort.

Description: Classic backcountry sector. Incredible panoramic views upon reaching the ridge with lines for all skill levels. It’s a great area to start out in the sport.

Approach: Once at the top of the Piuquenes or Barros Negros ski lift, head East (right) to begin the ascent. Apply climbing skins immediately.

Ascent Time:
Leñas Discoteque Area: 1-1.5 hours
Parva Summit: 2-3 hours

The Lines: South-East orientation and altitude create excellent conditions almost all season long. High-level lines with narrow chutes can be found from the summit (Main Chute and its variants).

Difficulty: There are lines for all skill levels.

Return: Once you’ve finished your line, head westward back to the center.

Description: This alternative route from the summit of Parva allows you to ski two lines instead of just one. You must traverse after the first line to continue the journey (See number 4 on the general map).

Difficulty: Advanced

Ascent Time: 2-3 hours to the summit of Parva (+ 10-20 mins on the traverse after the first line).

Approach: The ascent begins to the right of the Piuquenes ski lift. Same route as for the summit of Parva.

Lines: Entertaining medium-level lines, passing through wide chutes.

Orientation: The first line faces East while the second line faces Southeast.

Return: Once you’ve finished the lines, you have two options:
1. Traverse back to La Parva.
2. Descend to the Valle Nevado anchor ski lift and ask for permission (they usually allow uphill access without a ticket) to then cross over to La Parva.