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Cannon Mountain vs Sunday River

Sunday River excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere. Sunday River'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
Sunday River

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Cannon Mountain

105.6" average season

Best Terrain
Sunday River

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Cannon Mountain

$99 day pass

Easiest Access
Cannon Mountain

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe
Sunday River

Pleasant base area

Cannon Mountain
New Hampshire, USA
$Indy
Sunday River
Maine, United States
$$Ikon

Family

Ski School Age
4+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
5.5
8.5
Walkability
6.0
7.0
Village Vibe
5.0
7.5

Mountain

Vertical
2,180'
2,340'
Skiable Area
285 ac
870 ac
Green Runs
21%
30%
Trails
97
135
Lifts
10
18

Getting There

Airport
MHT
PWM
Drive Time
1.7h
1.5h
Road Ease
8.0
7.0

Cost

Passes
Indy
Ikon
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%

Sunday River

84.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

69.4" total

82%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
106"53"0"
Cannon Mountain
Sunday River

Key Insights

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

Key Differences

  • Sunday River's beginner terrain score (8.5) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (5.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Sunday River's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (6.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Sunday River's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Cannon Mountain's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Sunday River offers more terrain variety (870 acres vs 285 acres)
  • Sunday River'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)

Sunday River

  • Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (870 acres)

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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