Loon Mountain Resort

Three peaks, a gondola and the Kanc 8 off I-93.

One of New Hampshire’s biggest resorts, a little over two hours from Boston, with three peaks, a gondola and strong snowmaking that keeps the groomers in shape. It suits intermediates, park riders and families who want Lincoln’s condos and restaurants close by. Black Ridge, a 272-acre expert glade expansion, is due for 2027-28 and stays closed this winter.

The mountain

Vertical drop

2,190 ft

Summit

3,050 ft

Skiable terrain

403 acres

Trails

73

Lifts

13

Average snowfall

163″ a year

Longest run

2.5 mi

Snowmaking

86% of terrain

Terrain mix

• Beginner 19%
• Intermediate 53%
• Advanced 28%

What’s here besides skiing

• Terrain park
• Scenic lift rides
• Cross-country
• Snowshoeing
• Kids programs
• Spa
• Nightlife
• Zipline
• Snowmobiling

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• ChristmasDec 24 (annual)Usually

  Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

  Loon Mountain Ministry’s indoor non-denominational service with carols and free hot cocoa in the Governor Adams Lodge.

• New Year’sDec 31, 2026, 4 pm

  Snowshoe & S’mores

  Ride the Kanc 8 up, snowshoe down to Camp III and toast marshmallows. A family option for New Year’s Eve.

• New Year’sDec 31, doors 9 pm

  Bunyan’s Legendary Bash

  21+ New Year’s Eve party in the Paul Bunyan Room with a DJ, hors d’oeuvres and a midnight toast ($40). Shuttles run to Lincoln lodging until 1:30 am.

• EventJan 16, 2027; parade 6:45 pm

  Torchlight Parade & Fireworks

  Free snowcat rides from 4:30 pm, then a torchlight parade down the slopes and fireworks, with après bands in the lodges.

Where to stay

• ski-in/ski-outThe Mountain Club on Loon

  The only ski-in/ski-out lodging at Loon, with a pub, indoor and outdoor pools and the Viaggio Spa.

  Slopeside
• hotelIndian Head Resort

  Family resort south of Franconia Notch with indoor and outdoor pools, live music in the Thunderbird Lounge and a shuttle to Loon.

  15 min drive
• condoRiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain

  Condo hotel in downtown Lincoln with an indoor-outdoor pool and hot tubs, a spa, two restaurants and a winery tasting room. Walk to Main Street.

  5 min drive
• innWoodstock Inn Brewery

  Forty rooms and suites around a brewpub in North Woodstock, with breakfast included and live entertainment.

  10 min drive

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Gondola Skyride · At the resort

  New Hampshire’s longest gondola climbs 1,738 vertical feet; non-skiers can ride it round trip in winter too.

• East Ridge cross-country trails · At the resort

  Wide old logging roads along the Pemigewasset River and up the shoulder of Black Mountain, groomed now and then. No rentals, so bring your own skis.

• Ice Castles · 10 min drive

  Lit tunnels and towers built from hand-placed icicles, plus sleigh rides and an ice bar. Usually opens late December, weather permitting.

• Alpine Adventures · 5 min drive

  Year-round ziplines on Barron Mountain, including the 60-mph SkyRider, plus guided backcountry snowshoe tours.

• SledVentures · 5 min drive

  Snowmobile rentals and guided tours from Lincoln.

Après and nightlife

• Paul Bunyan Room

  Loon’s original après bar, upstairs in the Octagon Lodge, with a big slopeside deck, a long draft list and a mug club.

• Babe’s Blue Ox Lounge

  21+ lounge in the Governor Adams Lodge with a weekend Bloody Mary bar and live music most Fridays and Saturdays.

• Woodstock Inn Brewery

  North Woodstock brewpub with house beers, a big menu and a busy bar on winter nights.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Manchester-Boston Regional (MHT) · about 1 hr 15 min drive
• Boston · about 2.25 hr
• Montreal · about 3.5 hr
• New York City · about 5.5 hr

Directions in Google Maps