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    New Hampshire, USA · Ikon

    Loon Mountain Resort

    370 acres, 61 runs in Lincoln. Ikon Pass access, accessible White Mountains skiing near Boston.

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    Season 2026 - 2027
    Opens
    21 Nov 2026
    Closes
    18 Apr 2027
    Days open
    148
    Annual snow
    140in
    Snow record
    7in
    Last winter · 2026-27
    9% of a typical winter77in
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    The Overview
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    Michael Fulton
    Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.

    Loon Mountain Resort's summit reaches 3,051 feet, dropping 2,100 vertical feet to a base at 951 feet across 61 runs spread over 370 acres in Lincoln, New Hampshire. Terrain splits 60 per cent intermediate, 20 per cent beginner, 17 per cent advanced and 3 per cent expert, with average annual snowfall of roughly 140 inches. The resort carries Ikon Pass affiliation. Fourteen lifts, including four quad chairs and one eight-person chair, serve the mountain alongside four double chairs, one gondola and two surface lifts.

    Loon Mountain has grown into one of New Hampshire's most accessible destination resorts, prized for its considerable scale and location within easy reach of the greater Boston metropolitan area. The resort's founding is closely tied to former New Hampshire governor and White House chief of staff Sherman Adams, who grew up in nearby Lincoln and attended Dartmouth College.

    Construction began in spring 1966 using local labour and existing logging infrastructure, and Loon Mountain opened on 27 December 1966 with 12 trails served by two lifts and a gondola. Sherman Adams went on to serve as the resort's president and general manager for nearly two decades, remaining deeply involved in day-to-day operations until his death in the autumn of 1986 at the age of 87.

    Booth Creek Ski Holdings acquired Loon Mountain in 1997, later selling it to CNL Lifestyle in 2006 while continuing to operate the resort. Boyne Resorts acquired the lease to operate Loon in September 2007, and following CNL's sale of several resorts including Loon to Och-Ziff Capital Management in 2016, Boyne purchased the ski area outright in March 2018 and has operated it since. Adult daily tickets run from 89 to 129 US dollars.

    2,100ft
    Vertical
    61
    Runs
    370 acres
    Skiable
    140in
    Annual snow
    Ikon
    Pass
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    The Terrain

    61 runs across 370 acres skiable

    Loon Mountain Resort in Lincoln, New Hampshire, covers 370 acres (150 hectares) over three peaks - North Peak, Loon Peak and South Peak - with 61 runs. The vertical is 2,100 ft (640 m), from a 950 ft (290 m) base to a 3,050 ft (930 m) summit. Intermediate terrain makes up 60%, with 20% beginner, 17% advanced and 3% expert, so cruising is the main event. Snowfall averages around 140 inches a year. The Kancamagus 8 chair and a gondola move big crowds efficiently, which suits a mountain this popular.

    Beginners start on wide, easy runs such as Brookway and Bear Pause. Intermediates get long cruisers like Picked Rock and Upper Rumrunner off the North Peak Express. Steeper pitches include Flume, Haulback and Upper Walking Boss, named after founder Sherman Adams, plus the wooded Walking Boss Woods. South Peak holds the toughest terrain, with Ripsaw, Undercut and the mogul-and-chute mix of Triple Trouble. Loon suits intermediates and families best, thanks to its wide cruising runs and gondola access, with enough advanced skiing to keep stronger skiers busy for a few days.

    Terrain split
    61
    runs
    61 runs across 4 grades
    Beginner12 runs · 20%
    Intermediate37 runs · 60%
    Advanced10 runs · 17%
    Expert2 runs · 3%
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    Time it right

    When to visit Loon Mountain Resort

    The 2025-26 season at Loon Mountain Resort ran from 12 December 2025 to 19 April 2026, a roughly eighteen-week season supported by average annual snowfall of around 140 inches. Season dates can shift depending on early and late-season weather in the White Mountains.

    Midwinter, from December through February, typically brings the most consistent conditions to Loon's intermediate-weighted terrain. As an Ikon Pass resort, Loon draws substantial visitation from Ikon Pass holders alongside its traditional Boston-area visitor base, supported by the resort's relatively accessible location within the White Mountains.

    Loon's considerable scale, among the larger resorts in New Hampshire, supports strong visitor capacity during peak weekend and holiday periods. School holiday periods bring substantial family visitation given the resort's varied terrain across beginner through expert-rated runs. Weekend crowds draw heavily from the greater Boston metropolitan area given the manageable drive time.

    Specific event programming beyond standard operations is not confirmed in available resort information. Since Boyne Resorts' 2018 purchase, Loon has continued building on nearly six decades of history dating to Sherman Adams' 1966 founding. The resort's Ikon Pass affiliation and considerable scale remain central to its status as one of New Hampshire's leading destination resorts.

    Season 2026 - 2027
    21 Nov 2026
    Opens
    18 Apr 2027
    Closes
    148
    Days open
    140 in
    Annual snow
    The record

    Historical snowfall at Loon Mountain Resort

    Daily snow reports at Loon Mountain Resort go back to 2025, 2 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.

    9 in
    Snowiest day
    1 Dec 2025
    7 in
    This winter · 2026-27
    so far
    77 in
    Typical winter
    average of complete seasons
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    Getting there

    Getting to Loon Mountain Resort, and where to stay

    Loon Mountain Resort sits in Lincoln, New Hampshire, in the heart of the White Mountains, with a base elevation of 951 feet and a summit at 3,051 feet across a 2,100-foot vertical drop over 370 acres. This setting places the resort within one of the most accessible major ski destinations in the Northeast.

    Lincoln and neighbouring North Woodstock offer substantial lodging, dining and shopping within a short drive of the resort, giving visitors a genuine mountain-town base area experience. The broader White Mountains region surrounds Loon with extensive additional outdoor recreation and scenic attractions.

    Interstate 93 provides direct access to the resort, running through Lincoln and connecting the White Mountains to the greater Boston metropolitan area. Winter driving conditions on the interstate can include snow and ice, though the well-travelled route is regularly maintained given its role as a major regional corridor. There is no direct public transport service to the mountain.

    Specific nearest commercial airport details are not confirmed in available resort information, though Loon's position along Interstate 93 keeps it within a reasonable and popular drive of the greater Boston metropolitan area's major airports.

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    Loon Mountain Resort Lift Tickets

    Loon Mountain Resort lift tickets & passes

    Opening day for the winter 2026 - 2027 season is scheduled for Nov 21, 2026 (subject to change). Lift tickets at Loon Mountain Resort typically go on sale well before the start of the ski season.

    Our lift ticket pricing was last updated on Nov 3, 2026.

    Day passes start from US$64, with peak rates up to US$159.

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    Single-day passes

    Adult 19–64

    Adult Day Ticket (19-64)

    US$86up to US$159 peak

    December sample only: lowest advance sale price $86, up to $159 on the non-discounted dates (Dec 19-20 and Dec 26-31). Dynamic pricing, so prices change with date and demand.

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    Youth 6–18

    Youth Day Ticket (6-18)

    US$64up to US$124 peak

    December sample only: lowest advance sale price $64, up to $124 on the non-discounted dates (Dec 19-20 and Dec 26-31). Dynamic pricing, so prices change with date and demand.

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    Senior 65–79

    Senior Day Ticket (65-79)

    US$74up to US$139 peak

    December sample only: lowest advance sale price $74, up to $139 on the non-discounted dates (Dec 19-20 and Dec 26-31). Dynamic pricing, so prices change with date and demand.

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    Multi-day passes

    Adult 19–64

    Adult XL Ticket Pack - 3 Day (19-64)

    US$319

    XL Ticket Pack for ages 19-64, valid any day of the 2026/27 season. A cheaper XL Restricted Pack is also offered, not valid Saturdays, Sundays or blackout dates (Dec 28-31, 2026, Jan 18 and Feb 15-19, 2027). Total price for the pack.

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    Adult 19–64

    Adult XL Ticket Pack - 4 Day (19-64)

    US$389

    XL Ticket Pack for ages 19-64, valid any day of the 2026/27 season. A cheaper XL Restricted Pack is also offered, not valid Saturdays, Sundays or blackout dates (Dec 28-31, 2026, Jan 18 and Feb 15-19, 2027). Total price for the pack.

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    Adult 19–64

    Adult XL Ticket Pack - 5 Day (19-64)

    US$449

    XL Ticket Pack for ages 19-64, valid any day of the 2026/27 season. A cheaper XL Restricted Pack is also offered, not valid Saturdays, Sundays or blackout dates (Dec 28-31, 2026, Jan 18 and Feb 15-19, 2027). Total price for the pack.

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    Season passes

    Adult 30–64

    New England Pass Gold (Adult 30-64)

    US$1,689

    Gold pass valid any day at Loon, Sunday River, Sugarloaf and Pleasant Mountain. Priced by age; adult 30-64 shown. Silver, Bronze and Afternoon versions are cheaper. An Ikon Pass add-on is available for +$799, or an Ikon Base Pass add-on for +$349.

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    Adult 23–99

    Ikon Pass (Adult 23+)

    US$1,259up to US$1,529 peak

    Loon is part of the Ikon Pass. The Ikon Pass includes access to 70+ destinations worldwide, up to 15 Friends & Family lift tickets, and a refundable version costs about 20% more (adult $1,834.80, cancel for any reason through Jan 15, 2027). Ikon pricing rises through the season, from about $1,259 up to the $1,529 adult price shown at the current maximum. Other tiers: Young Adult (13-22) $1,129 and 4 & Under $199.

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    Child 5–12

    Ikon Pass (Child 5-12)

    US$499

    Ikon Pass for children 5-12. Includes access to Loon and 70+ destinations worldwide.

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    Lift tickets FAQ

    How much does a Loon Mountain Resort day pass cost?+
    Loon Mountain Resort day passes range from US$64 to US$159 depending on the date and advance booking.
    Can I buy Loon Mountain Resort lift tickets online?+
    Yes, you can purchase tickets directly from the resort website or at the resort ticket office.
    Are there discounts for multi-day passes?+
    Yes, multi-day packages typically offer significant savings compared to individual day passes. The per-day cost decreases with longer stays.
    What is included with a Loon Mountain Resort lift ticket?+
    Full access to all lifts and trails at Loon Mountain Resort, including mountain safety and patrol services.
    What is the difference between Loon Mountain Resort lift tickets and ski passes?+
    "Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Loon Mountain Resort - your access to the mountain's lifts and trails for your chosen duration.
    When should I buy Loon Mountain Resort lift tickets for the best price?+
    Purchase tickets at least 7 days in advance for the best rates, and consider weekday visits for further savings over weekend rates.
    Does Loon Mountain Resort offer group discounts on lift tickets?+
    Group discounts are typically available for parties of 10 or more. Contact Loon Mountain Resort directly for group booking information and rates.
    How can I check current conditions before buying tickets?+
    Before purchasing, check the live snow report and mountain webcams to see current weather, snow conditions, and lift operations at Loon Mountain Resort.

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