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Cannon Mountain vs Stratton Mountain Resort

Stratton Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing family features, while Cannon Mountain offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Cannon Mountain offers better value, while Stratton Mountain Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Cannon Mountain leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Cannon Mountain

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Cannon Mountain

105.6" average season

Best Terrain
Cannon Mountain

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Stratton Mountain Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Cannon Mountain

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe
Cannon Mountain

Pleasant base area

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

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
2,180'
2,067'
Skiable Area
285 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
21%
37%
Trails
97
105
Lifts
10
17

Getting There

Airport
MHT
BTV
Drive Time
1.7h
2h
Road Ease
8.0
5.0

Cost

Passes
Indy
None
Day Pass
$99
$0
Cost Tier
Budget
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Cannon Mountain

105.6"

avg season

2024-25 season

99" total

94%

Stratton Mountain Resort

89.5"

avg season

2024-25 season

87.6" total

98%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

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

Key Insights

Stratton Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing family features, while Cannon Mountain offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Cannon Mountain offers better value, while Stratton Mountain Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Stratton Mountain Resort's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (5.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Cannon Mountain's walkability score (6.0) exceeds Stratton Mountain Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Cannon Mountain offers more terrain variety (285 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Cannon Mountain is budget-friendly while Stratton Mountain Resort falls in the moderately priced category
  • Stratton Mountain Resort has more beginner/intermediate terrain (74% green and blue), while Cannon Mountain skews more advanced (42% black and double black)

Best For

Cannon Mountain

  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (285 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families

Stratton Mountain Resort

  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

Colorado
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Best For

Best for Beginners
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Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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