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Cannon Mountain vs Okemo Mountain Resort

Okemo Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability. Okemo 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
Okemo Mountain Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Cannon Mountain

105.6" average season

Best Terrain
Okemo Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Cannon Mountain

$99 day pass

Easiest Access
Cannon Mountain

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe
Okemo Mountain Resort

Charming, walkable village

Cannon Mountain
New Hampshire, USA
$Indy
Okemo Mountain Resort
Vermont, USA
$$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age
4+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
5.5
8.5
Walkability
6.0
7.5
Village Vibe
5.0
8.0

Mountain

Vertical
2,180'
2,200'
Skiable Area
285 ac
667 ac
Green Runs
21%
31%
Trails
97
121
Lifts
10
20

Getting There

Airport
MHT
BDL
Drive Time
1.7h
2h
Road Ease
8.0
8.0

Cost

Passes
Indy
Epic
Day Pass
$99
$159
Cost Tier
Budget
Premium

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%

Okemo Mountain Resort

78.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

71.4" total

91%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

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

Key Insights

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

Key Differences

  • Okemo Mountain Resort's beginner terrain score (8.5) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (5.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Okemo Mountain Resort's walkability score (7.5) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (6.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Okemo Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (8.0) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Okemo Mountain Resort offers more terrain variety (667 acres vs 285 acres)
  • Okemo Mountain Resort's ski school accepts children from age 3, while Cannon Mountain starts at age 4

Best For

Cannon Mountain

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

Okemo Mountain Resort

  • Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
  • Those seeking a walkable village experience
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere

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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