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Gunstock Recreation Area vs Ragged Mountain Resort

Ragged Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing family features.

The Verdict

Gunstock Recreation Area leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Ragged Mountain Resort

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Ragged Mountain Resort

65" average season

Best Terrain
Gunstock Recreation Area

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Gunstock Recreation Area

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Gunstock Recreation Area

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Gunstock Recreation Area

Pleasant base area

Gunstock Recreation Area
New Hampshire, United States
$$
Ragged Mountain Resort
New Hampshire, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
-
-
Full-Day Program
-
-
Beginner Terrain
5.0
6.5
Walkability
5.0
5.0
Village Vibe
5.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
1,382'
1,100'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
19%
31%
Trails
62
39
Lifts
6
4

Getting There

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

Cost

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

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Gunstock Recreation Area

59.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

49.9" total

84%

Ragged Mountain Resort

65"

avg season

2024-25 season

55.4" total

85%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
65"33"0"
Gunstock Recreation Area
Ragged Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Ragged Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing family features.

Key Differences

  • Ragged Mountain Resort's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Gunstock Recreation Area's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Gunstock Recreation Area offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Gunstock Recreation Area

  • Budget-conscious families

Ragged Mountain Resort

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Expert skiers (41% advanced terrain)

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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