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Cannon Mountain vs Stowe Mountain Resort

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

The Verdict

Stowe Mountain Resort leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Stowe Mountain Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Cannon Mountain

105.6" average season

Best Terrain
Stowe Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Cannon Mountain

$99 day pass

Easiest Access
Stowe Mountain Resort

0.8h from BTV

Best Village Vibe
Stowe Mountain Resort

World-class village experience

Cannon Mountain
New Hampshire, USA
$Indy
Stowe Mountain Resort
Vermont, United States
$$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age
4+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
5.5
7.5
Walkability
6.0
6.5
Village Vibe
5.0
9.0

Mountain

Vertical
2,180'
2,160'
Skiable Area
285 ac
485 ac
Green Runs
21%
16%
Trails
97
116
Lifts
10
13

Getting There

Airport
MHT
BTV
Drive Time
1.7h
0.8h
Road Ease
8.0
7.0

Cost

Passes
Indy
Epic
Day Pass
$99
$199
Cost Tier
Budget
Premium

Village

Dining
Limited
Excellent
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Cannon Mountain

105.6"

avg season

2024-25 season

99" total

94%

Stowe Mountain Resort

92.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

96.3" total

104%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

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

Key Insights

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

Key Differences

  • Stowe Mountain Resort's beginner terrain score (7.5) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (5.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Stowe Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (9.0) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Stowe Mountain Resort offers more terrain variety (485 acres vs 285 acres)
  • Stowe Mountain Resort's ski school accepts children from age 3, while Cannon Mountain starts at age 4
  • Cannon Mountain is budget-friendly while Stowe Mountain Resort falls in the premium category

Best For

Cannon Mountain

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

Stowe 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
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