Resort Comparison

Loon Mountain Resort vs Ragged 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

Ragged Mountain Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access

Loon Mountain Resort

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe

Loon Mountain Resort

Pleasant base area

Loon Mountain Resort

New Hampshire, USA

$$Epic

Ragged Mountain Resort

New Hampshire, United States

$$

Family

Ski School Age

3+

-

Full-Day Program

-

Beginner Terrain

7.5

6.5

Walkability

7.0

5.0

Village Vibe

7.5

5.0

Mountain

Vertical

2,100'

1,100'

Skiable Area

370 ac

0 ac

Green Runs

20%

31%

Trails

61

39

Lifts

11

4

Getting There

Airport

MHT

MHT

Drive Time

1.5h

2h

Road Ease

8.0

5.0

Cost

Passes

Epic

None

Day Pass

$139

$0

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Good

Limited

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Loon Mountain Resort

95"

avg season

2024-25 season

88.3" total

93%

Ragged Mountain Resort

65"

avg season

2024-25 season

55.4" total

85%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

95"48"0"

Loon Mountain Resort

Ragged 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 Ragged Mountain Resort's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Loon Mountain Resort's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Ragged Mountain Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Loon Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Ragged 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 1,100'), offering longer runs

Best For

Loon Mountain Resort

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

Ragged Mountain Resort

Budget-conscious families
Expert skiers (41% advanced terrain)

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Regions

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