An old-fashioned steam train connects the two base areas of the this popular New Hampshire resort; so, needless to say, Loon Mountain is certainly a family favorite. With a variety of family focused activities, countless lodging options, and intermediate-heavy terrain, Loon Mountain is quickly becoming a New Hampshire landmark and a popular, albeit sometimes crowded, skiing and snowboarding destination. Hailed as one of the state's most accessible resorts, just a two hour drive from Boston off the main highway, Loon Mountain is located in the resort town of Lincoln in the White Mountains, boasting its own lodging and apres ski options.
Experts should head to North Peak for steeps or the Mountain's three tree-skiing areas. Intermediates will be delighted by a range of options, including wide open cruising runs and old-fashioned New England style twists and turns, like on Flying Fox trail. Beginner runs are located on the east side of the Seven Brothers triple chair, such as The Link, Brookway, and Grand Junction. A learning area is located near Governor Adams Base Lodge. Snowboarders should head to one (or all) of Loon Mountain's six terrain parks: Top Secret Parks (location changes), Burton Progression Park, Bear Island Park, Picked Rock Park, Northstar Park, and Loon Mountain Park. The features in signature Loon Mountain Park range in difficulty, from easy jumps to challenging kickers and handrails, a superipe, A-Frame box, rollercoaster rail and a huge wall ride. Beginner parks include Lower Picked Rock and Bear Island Bypass, which have tabeltops, a rail, and rollers.
8 lifts including 1 surface lift, 6 chair lifts and 1 gondola.
$$$$ (Very Expensive)49 runs - 20% beginner, 64% intermediate, 16% expert. Longest run is 13,200 feet.
35 km of Cross Country trails.
Mountain Statistics: 2,100 feet vertical drop, 3,050 feet summit elevation, 275 acres, average annual accumulation 121 inches.