Cerro Castor near Tierra del Fuego is the southernmost ski resort in the continent of South America. Located very close to the town of Ushuaia, it is a ski resort where the mountains meet the sea.
Its low altitude and steady powder snow, makes it an ideal place for Nordic skiing. Cerro Castor ski resort is one of the newest in the country. However, the great skiing condition and the breathtaking scenic beauty of the area have already turned it into a popular winter destination.
The low altitude of Cerro Castor and the steady weather promises predictable levels of powder snow throughout the winter. That makes it an ideal place for Nordic skiing. Skiers and non-skiers flock at the Cerro Castor ski resort throughout the winter that lasts from mid-July to mid-October. This comparatively quiet and relatively unvisited resort has a network of 19 runs that are served by six lifts. The runs cater equally to the needs of skiers of all levels of expertise. Snowboarding and snowblading are some of the other facilities that are available at the Cerro Castor ski resort. There are arrangements for wonderful kids' programs in place.
Lodging facilities are not extensive although the lodging complex in the Cerro Castor ski resort hewn out of wood is cozy and provides great stay for the visitors. The nearby town of Ushuaia has many lodges and restaurants. The Cerro Castor ski resort can be approached from the town through a number of shuttle services that are available on a regular basis. Ushuaia airport is the nearest international airport.
