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Cranmore vs Gunstock

Cranmore excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Gunstock offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Cranmore leads with 3 wins
Best for Families
Cranmore

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Cranmore

73.7" average season

Best Terrain
Gunstock

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Gunstock

$89 day pass

Easiest Access
Gunstock

0.8h from MHT

Best Village Vibe
Cranmore

Charming, walkable village

Cranmore
New Hampshire, USA
$$Ikon
Gunstock
New Hampshire, USA
$$Ikon

Family

Ski School Age
3+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
8.5
8.0
Walkability
7.5
7.0
Village Vibe
8.0
7.5

Mountain

Vertical
1,200'
1,400'
Skiable Area
200 ac
227 ac
Green Runs
30%
25%
Trails
57
48
Lifts
9
7

Getting There

Airport
PWM
MHT
Drive Time
1.3h
0.8h
Road Ease
8.0
8.0

Cost

Passes
Ikon
Ikon
Day Pass
$99
$89
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Cranmore

73.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

60.2" total

82%

Gunstock

60.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

51.4" total

85%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
74"37"0"
Cranmore
Gunstock

Key Insights

Cranmore excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Gunstock offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Best For

Cranmore

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Gunstock

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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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