Resort Comparison

Cranmore Mountain Resort vs Loon Mountain Resort

Loon Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

The Verdict

Loon Mountain Resort leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Loon Mountain Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Loon Mountain Resort

95" average season

Best Terrain
Loon Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Cranmore Mountain Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Loon Mountain Resort

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe
Loon Mountain Resort

Pleasant base area

Cranmore Mountain Resort
New Hampshire, United States
$$
Loon Mountain Resort
New Hampshire, USA
$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age
-
3+
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
6.5
7.5
Walkability
5.0
7.0
Village Vibe
5.0
7.5

Mountain

Vertical
1,124'
2,100'
Skiable Area
0 ac
370 ac
Green Runs
28%
20%
Trails
60
61
Lifts
8
11

Getting There

Airport
MHT
MHT
Drive Time
2h
1.5h
Road Ease
5.0
8.0

Cost

Passes
None
Epic
Day Pass
$0
$139
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Good
Grocery
Spa
Pool

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Cranmore Mountain Resort

73.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

60.2" total

82%

Loon Mountain Resort

95"

avg season

2024-25 season

88.3" total

93%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
95"48"0"
Cranmore Mountain Resort
Loon Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Loon Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

Key Differences

  • Loon Mountain Resort's beginner terrain score (7.5) exceeds Cranmore Mountain Resort's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Loon Mountain Resort's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Cranmore Mountain Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Loon Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Cranmore Mountain Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Loon Mountain Resort offers more terrain variety (370 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Loon Mountain Resort has greater vertical drop (2,100' vs 1,124'), offering longer runs

Best For

Cranmore Mountain Resort

  • Budget-conscious families

Loon Mountain Resort

  • Those seeking a walkable village experience
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (370 acres)

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