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Palisades Tahoe is elevating its premium guest offerings this winter with the launch of the Apex Club, a limited-availability membership designed to streamline every part of a ski day at the resort. The program debuts for the 2025-26 season with just 200 memberships, marking one of the most exclusive access tiers ever introduced at the California resort.
In a release shared by the resort, details show that the club centers around two private lounges with one at the base in Olympic Valley and another mid-mountain at Gold Coast, along with priority lift lanes, concierge support, and reserved parking close to the lifts. Memberships start at $12,000 for those who enroll before December 11 and remain valid from December 12, 2025, through April 12, 2026.
The Apex Lounge acts as the program’s main hub, offering members a private space from morning through late afternoon. Amenities include a continental breakfast, a premium bar, a Bites & Flights menu, indoor and outdoor seating, private restrooms, bag storage, and dedicated workstations. On-site concierge staff assist with reservations, equipment needs, and planning throughout the day.
At 8,000 feet, the Mid-Mountain Lounge at Gold Coast gives members a comfortable stop between laps, with handcrafted drinks, alpine-inspired food, and panoramic views. Its indoor/outdoor layout provides shelter on storm days and a scenic perch when the weather clears.
Apex Club members receive access to staffed priority lanes at a long list of lifts, including Funitel (first public cabin), Red Dog, Gold Coast, Big Blue, Siberia, Shirley Lake, Granite Chief, Summit, Roundhouse, Treeline Cirque, Sherwood, and the Base to Base Gondola. Resort Chair and Far East may be added on high-wind days. KT-22 and Headwall Express are not included.
Additional benefits include premium parking, member events, priority demos and tuning, and customized access to lessons. Memberships are non-transferable, and those not selected can join a waitlist for future seasons.
For guests seeking a one-day upgrade, Apex Club Daily Tickets offer access to premium parking, the private lounges, and priority lift lanes. Prices start at $800 per day, with no more than 33 sold per day. Advance purchase of at least two days prior is required.
Palisades Tahoe describes the Apex Club as a measured expansion into high-end offerings. According to the resort, a portion of proceeds will support the Palisades Tahoe Community Foundation, which funds youth outdoor access, environmental stewardship projects, and local programs in Olympic Valley and Alpine Meadows.
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