TweetOwning a property in the Collingwood area means breathtaking views of Georgian Bay, a tranquil blanket of white snow, and the perfect proximity to Southern Ontario’s ski mecca. For residents and regulars alike, a membership at one of the area’s many private ski clubs is what shapes their weekend memories, and keeps them coming back year after year, and generation after generation.
If you are considering starting your own family’s tradition at one of these fine clubs, then you are in luck because The Chestnut Park Blog has done all the heavy lifting for you! We spoke to members at each of the following private clubs to get their take on everything from food to facilities, and frankly, what they feel makes their club the best of the bunch.
The good news is that it doesn’t seem you can make the wrong decision; each club prides itself on being extremely family focused, planning tons of fabulous activities beyond the ski hills, and brimming with community spirit. Here they are in no particular order:
Location: Blue Mountains, ON (Map)
Year Founded: 1958
Members: approx 1500 families
Runs/Trails: 32
Lifts: 6
Lodges/clubhouses: 3
Feature areas: progression park, terrain park, SBX course, race program
General vibe in one word: down-to-earth
Family membership: $38,000 initiation + HST and annual dues
You’ll want to be at Craigleith for…the gluten-free pizza, saturday afternoon yoga classes, the option to ski Alpine on Sundays, and Starbucks coffee!
Become a member of Craigleith Ski Club
Location: Blue Mountains ON (Map)
Year Founded: approx 1960
Members: 730 families
Runs/Trails: 24
Lifts: 5
Lodges/clubhouses: 3
Feature areas: two levels of terrain parks, half pipe, race program
General vibe in one word: spirited
Family membership: $35,000 initiation + taxes and annual dues
Known for: the toughest ski racers, the greatest vertical in Southern Ontario, and the best apres ski on the block!
Become a member of The Georgian Peaks Club
Location: Blue Mountains, ON (Map)
Year Founded: 1960
Members: just under 1000 families
Runs/Trails: 35
Lifts: 5
Lodges/clubhouses: 3
Feature areas: advanced and novice terrain parks, half pipe, race program
General vibe in one word: community
Family membership: $37,500 initiation + taxes and annual dues
Special offers: introductory membership program
Alpine highlights…great snow conditions day after day with direct access back to the club house from the top of any chair on the property, even the Steeps!
Become a member of Alpine Ski Club
Location: Collingwood, ON (Map)
Year Founded: 1924
Members: 1600 (includes inactive members)
Runs/Trails: 36 (including Blue Mountain)
Lifts: 4
Lodges/clubhouses: 1
Feature areas: access to all Blue Mountain trails, parks and half pipes, race program
General vibe in one word: proud
Family membership: approx. $20,000 + taxes and annual dues
Members at TSC should be prepared for…rivaling Georgian Peaks’ spirited apres ski, sharing runs with Blue Mountain, and a beautiful brand new chalet.
Become a member of Toronto Ski Club
Location: Glen Huron, ON (Map)
Year Founded: 1965
Members: 1830
Runs/Trails: 24
Lifts: 3, 1 T-bar, 1 magic carpet
Lodges/clubhouses: 1
Feature areas: terrain park, race program
General vibe in one word: family
Family membership: $38,500 initiation + HST and annual dues
Known for: excellent kid, teen, and adult activity scheduling, big Friday night family dinners in the clubhouse, and being out of the Intrawest hustle and bustle.
Become a member of Devil’s Glen Country Club
Location: Markdale, ON (Map)
Year Founded: 1967
Members: approx 200 families
Runs/Trails: 28
Lifts: 6
Lodges/clubhouses: 2
Feature areas: 3 progressive terrain parks, race program
General vibe in one word: friendly
Special offers: $5000 Family Trial Membership
Join Beaver Valley for…Avalanche (the steepest groomed run in Ontario), Hatha yoga classes, and 12km of cross country ski trails.
Become a member of Beaver Valley Ski Club
Location: Blue Mountains, ON (Directions)
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