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Cranmore vs Loon Mountain Resort

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

The Verdict

Cranmore leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Cranmore

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Loon Mountain Resort

95" average season

Best Terrain
Loon Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Cranmore

$99 day pass

Easiest Access
Cranmore

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe
Cranmore

Charming, walkable village

Cranmore
New Hampshire, USA
$$Ikon
Loon Mountain Resort
New Hampshire, USA
$$Epic

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
1,200'
2,100'
Skiable Area
200 ac
370 ac
Green Runs
30%
20%
Trails
57
61
Lifts
9
11

Getting There

Airport
PWM
MHT
Drive Time
1.3h
1.5h
Road Ease
8.0
8.0

Cost

Passes
Ikon
Epic
Day Pass
$99
$139
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
Good
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Cranmore

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
Loon Mountain Resort

Key Insights

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

Key Differences

  • Cranmore's beginner terrain score (8.5) exceeds Loon Mountain Resort's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Loon Mountain Resort offers more terrain variety (370 acres vs 200 acres)
  • Loon Mountain Resort has greater vertical drop (2,100' vs 1,200'), offering longer runs

Best For

Cranmore

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

Loon Mountain Resort

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

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Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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