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Join a community of alpine enthusiasts, with exclusive ski-in/ski-out access to Whakapapa, and a cozy village base in Ohakune. With over sixty years of history, new members (including beginner skiers & boarders) are warmly welcomed. Simply submit a booking enquiry and you can try a stay with us before you decide if you want to join, even if you don't already know an existing member.
Whether you're a skier, snowboarder, rockclimber, tramper, alpinst or just looking to get away, stay in one of our lodges to start your Ruapehu adventure.
Whakapapa Lodge
Just 2 minutes from the top of the Rangatira chair lift. Ski-in ski-out, with cooked breakfasts & dinners provided during the ski season.
Turoa Lodge
Make the most of Ohakune village life at our Turoa lodge. Accessible by car all year round, stay to ski at Turoa, or check out the mountain biking trails and walks around the area.
Why join Pinnacle Ski Club?
- Unbeatable Location: The only way to wake up on the mountain. Walk out, clip in, and be the first on the slopes.
- Long History: Over 60 years on the mountain, welcoming beginners to experts, skiiers, snowboarders, mountaineers and more.
- Two Lodges, One Club: From the high-alpine terrain of Whakapapa to the vibrant aprés-ski life of Turoa/Ohakune.


