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Cannon Mountain vs Tenney Mountain Resort

Cannon Mountain excels for families prioritizing family features. Cannon Mountain offers better value, while Tenney 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
Tenney 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
Tenney Mountain Resort
New Hampshire, United States
$$

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
2,180'
1,396'
Skiable Area
285 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
21%
20%
Trails
97
44
Lifts
10
4

Getting There

Airport
MHT
MHT
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%

Tenney Mountain Resort

68.1"

avg season

2024-25 season

59.7" total

88%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

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

Key Insights

Cannon Mountain excels for families prioritizing family features. Cannon Mountain offers better value, while Tenney Mountain Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Cannon Mountain's walkability score (6.0) exceeds Tenney 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 has greater vertical drop (2,180' vs 1,396'), offering longer runs
  • Cannon Mountain is budget-friendly while Tenney Mountain Resort falls in the moderately priced category
  • Tenney Mountain Resort has more beginner/intermediate terrain (80% 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

Tenney 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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