Offering Access to 36 Ski Areas, the 2026-27 Ski California Gold Pass Goes on Sale May 1

A ski and ride pass unlike any other, the 2026-27 Ski California Gold Pass goes on sale May 1. Valued for the transferable, unrestricted access it provides to whomever has it in their possession, the Gold Pass is one of the most exclusive passes in the ski industry and provides access to 36 downhill and cross-country ski areas in California and Nevada.

Only a limited number of passes are available for sale annually, making it one of the most coveted passes for skiers, snowboarders, and organizations who purchase them for use as an employee or client perk.

“The Gold Pass is unmatched in terms of the access it provides all season long to the best skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing at ski areas in California and Nevada,” said John Rice, Ski California president. “Fully transferable so that it can be shared with family, friends, employees or clients, the Gold Pass has no blackout dates, offers unlimited use at participating ski areas, and includes direct-to-lift access at most of the 36 ski areas. It truly is the ultimate ski pass.”

The 2026-27 Ski California Gold Pass will be available for $4,250 per pass while supplies last. Purchasers will have the option to pay in full, or with a non-refundable $1,150 deposit per pass if purchased by May 29, with the balance due in four months.

Ski California® (aka California Ski Industry Association®) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit trade association representing 36 ski resorts in California and Nevada. The organization develops and maintains strong relationships with government officials, tourism groups, media, and ski industry leaders to advocate for industry-related initiatives and perspectives that affect mountain communities and businesses. Ski California also provides industry education and researches, analyzes, and pursues safety while preserving the integrity of mountain sports and the natural environment in which they are enjoyed by millions each year. Watch What is Ski California, view Ski California’s award-winning Mountain Safety Guide, and visit skicalifornia.org or the Ski California Newsroom for more information.

Learn more and buy online starting May 1 at skicalifornia.org/gold-pass.