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Cannon Mountain vs Loon Mountain Resort

Loon Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere. Loon Mountain Resort's ski school starting at age 3 may be decisive for families with young children.

The Verdict

Cannon Mountain leads with 3 wins
Best for Families
Loon Mountain Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Cannon Mountain

105.6" average season

Best Terrain
Cannon Mountain

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Cannon Mountain

$99 day pass

Easiest Access
Loon Mountain Resort

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe
Loon Mountain Resort

Pleasant base area

Cannon Mountain
New Hampshire, USA
$Indy
Loon Mountain Resort
New Hampshire, USA
$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age
4+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
5.5
7.5
Walkability
6.0
7.0
Village Vibe
5.0
7.5

Mountain

Vertical
2,180'
2,100'
Skiable Area
285 ac
370 ac
Green Runs
21%
20%
Trails
97
61
Lifts
10
11

Getting There

Airport
MHT
MHT
Drive Time
1.7h
1.5h
Road Ease
8.0
8.0

Cost

Passes
Indy
Epic
Day Pass
$99
$139
Cost Tier
Budget
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Good
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Cannon Mountain

105.6"

avg season

2024-25 season

99" total

94%

Loon Mountain Resort

95"

avg season

2024-25 season

88.3" total

93%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
106"53"0"
Cannon Mountain
Loon Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Loon Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere. Loon Mountain Resort's ski school starting at age 3 may be decisive for families with young children.

Key Differences

  • Loon Mountain Resort's beginner terrain score (7.5) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (5.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Loon Mountain Resort's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (6.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Loon Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Loon Mountain Resort's ski school accepts children from age 3, while Cannon Mountain starts at age 4
  • Cannon Mountain is budget-friendly while Loon Mountain Resort falls in the moderately priced category

Best For

Cannon Mountain

  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs
  • Expert skiers (42% advanced terrain)

Loon Mountain Resort

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)

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Regions

Colorado
Utah
British Columbia

Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
Best Time to Go Skiing