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The best private ski clubs in the US

From new openings to old favourites, these are the best private ski clubs and resorts in the US to bookmark for a luxury alpine adventure.

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Words by Carole Dixon

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From Colorado to California, the US offers some of the most majestic mountain ranges and fresh powder-covered slopes from winter into the spring. Here are some of the best private ski clubs and resorts – both new openings and old favourites – to bookmark for a luxury alpine adventure. Expect all the perks, like ski-in ski-out accommodations, festive après-ski scenes, and special amenities that make your trip not just memorable, but seamless – so you can spend more time enjoying the mountain terrain. 

Aman New York, Catskills 

Best for: top-class concierge services. 

For white-glove service on and off the slopes, Aman New York is bringing back it’s ‘Adventures on the Slopes’ seasonal experience January–March 2026. In partnership with Windham Mountain Club, the premier Catskills alpine destination with top-class skiing conditions on the intentionally uncrowded mountain. Enjoy full access to all members-only areas and amenities, including a mid-mountain Italian lunch at Cin Cin!, along with a dedicated Aman New York butler, personalised in-suite ski clothing fitting, and private car transfers. 

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19 Resort Dr, Windham, NY 12496

The Hermitage Club, Vermont 

Best for: exclusivity on the slopes. 

For Haystack mounting skiing (part of the Green Mountain range in Wilmington, VT) this club keeps the membership numbers low to ensure magical personalised experiences on the uncrowded slopes that are tailored to everyone – from family friendly skiing to solo skiers. Expect weekly live music, complimentary ski valet, a spa and fitness centre, children’s ski school programmes, a wide range of culinary options, and the ability to book a private dinner at the mid-mountain cabin. 

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183 Gatehouse Trail, Wilmington, VT 05363

Yellowstone Club, Montana 

Best for: fresh powder skiing.

While John Denver sang about Colorado’s Rocky Mountains in his hit song, Montana also has a spectacular rocky range where the Yellowstone Club is situated. With over 100 powder runs to explore, this is one of the premier US ski destinations, and the club leaves no snowshoe unturned. From outdoor activities to 16 different restaurants and a state-of-the-art wellness spa, anytime spent here will be a worthwhile adventure. 

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1 Yellowstone Club Trail, Big Sky, MT 59716

Lone Mountain Ranch, Montana 

Best for: après-ski. 

Auric Room 1915 is the latest members’ social club concept from Auric Road at the century-old Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky. The supper club with cosy booths, a private kitchen, and cigar terrace with sweeping views is the first certified Kobe beef purveyor in Montana. The chic marble bar uses barware sourced from Hermès and silver from Christofle, plus you can sip a selection of rare whiskies and antique scotches. 

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750 Lone Mountain Ranch Road, Big Sky, MT 59716

Crest Club, Colorado 

Best for: spotting an Olympic medallist. 

Opened in January 2025, Crest Club at Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Collection is a private membership community in the San Juan Mountains of Telluride, CO that counts Olympic medallist Gus Kenworthy as a founding member. This luxe basecamp includes a concierge team to arrange heli-skiing excursions, first tracks on untouched powder, omakase dinners, and nights in The Falcon Room featuring rare spirits such as Pappy Van Winkle. 

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569 Mountain Village Blvd, Telluride, CO 81435

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail, Colorado 

Best for: ski-in, ski-out chalets. 

The celebrity socialising in Vail Village is top-notch, so you will want to book this property's concierge services to handle private lessons, equipment, door-to-door service, and access to the recently unveiled guests-only chalet (located steps away from Gondola One with modern locker rooms). The alpine-inspired elegance with a guests-only lounge, fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling views was designed by award-winning Studio Collective based in Vence, CA. 

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1 Vail Rd, Vail, CO 81657

Velvære, Utah 

Best for: integrative wellness. 

Park City’s iconic Deer Valley has some of the world’s best skiing and a newly expanded East Village. Velvære is a private wellness community for residents and club members that features year-round mountain adventure and extensive ski terrain, with an integrative wellness centre. Homeowners have an exclusive membership that includes transformative hyper-wellness experiences, an après-ski beach, a restaurant and bar, and a pool and hot tub with a view. 

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2229 W Sonder Way Park City, UT 84060

Limelight Mammoth, California 

Best for: California spring powder. 

For the new kid in town (opening December 2025), check out Limelight Mammoth and its private Mammoth Lakes Mountain Club, the area’s newest members-only ski and social club – and first in California. Modelled after the beloved Aspen Mountain Club and Snowmass Mountain Club, membership includes a stylish private lounge, outdoor terrace with firepits, all-day bar, ski valet, personal lockers, gondola access, and year-round calendar of exclusive events. 

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132 Lake Mary Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

Hoback Club, Wyoming 

Best for: ultra-luxury private residences. 

Opening in January 2026, Hoback Club is an ultra-luxury ski-in, ski-out private residences and members’ club in Jackson Hole. The 25 homes marry anonymity, access, and six-star service without the noise of a conventional resort. Expect slope-side ski valets, pre-warmed gear, hydrotherapy circuits, Himalayan salt chambers, in-residence treatments, and dining by Michelin-starred chef Jean-Louis Dumonet. 

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Teton Village, WY 83025

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