Cannon Mountain vs Loon Mountain
Comparing Cannon Mountain (NH) and Loon Mountain (NH) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Cannon Mountain
Franconia, NH
Independent pass
Window price$99
Online (advance)$79
Season pass$599
Loon Mountain
Lincoln, NH
Independent pass
Window price$129
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$1,149
Side-by-side
| Stat | Cannon Mountain | Loon Mountain | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $99 | $129 | Cannon Mountain |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $89 | Cannon Mountain |
| Season pass | $599 | $1,149 | Cannon Mountain |
| Annual snowfall | 160" | 200" | Loon Mountain |
| Skiable acres | 282 | 450 | Loon Mountain |
| Vertical drop | 2,180' | 2,100' | Cannon Mountain |
| Runs | 97 | 73 | Cannon Mountain |
| Lifts | 11 | 13 | Loon Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 4,080' | 3,050' | Cannon Mountain |
| Beginner terrain | 16% | 20% | Loon Mountain |
| Advanced terrain | 38% | 28% | Cannon Mountain |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 12 min | Cannon Mountain |
The Match
Cannon Mountain is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $89 entry). Loon Mountain is significantly bigger (450 vs 282 acres). Loon Mountain sees more snow (200" vs 160"). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.