In 1937 Ventura County visionaries formed a club dedicated to the budding sport of downhill skiing. They secured a  land lease in the Los Padres National Forest, located west of Frasier Park, and called themselves the Los Padres Ski Club. On that site the Club built a rope tow, powered by a gasoline engine, and a small warming hut. Over the ensuing years, the rope tow gradually fell into disuse as ski areas were developed throughout the state. All that remains now is the hut’s slab and the “bull wheel” and its supporting structure. But the spirit and dedication exhibited by our founders is just as evident today as it was then. Although now we drive to Mammoth, stay in condos with microwave ovens and VCR’s, and ride up the mountain in high-speed quad chairs, we still share the same dream…the exhilaration of the perfect ski run.

Los Padres Ski Club is committed to its membership to provide affordable recreation and trips. In the winter we usually travel to Mammoth Mountain and rent several condo units so members can stay together and plan meals together.

In addition, we plan many year-round activities  including happy hours, outings to local attractions, nature walks/hikes and other parties.  See our Planning Calendar for further details.