Loon Mountain Resort
370 acres, 61 runs in Lincoln. Ikon Pass access, accessible White Mountains skiing near Boston.
Season 2025 - 2026
Opens
12 Dec 2025
Closes
19 Apr 2026
Days open
128
Annual snow
12ft
The Overview
Michael Fulton
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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
12ft
Annual snow
Ikon
Pass
The Terrain
61 runs across 370 acres skiable
Loon Mountain Resort spreads 61 runs across 370 acres skiable of terrain. It leans intermediate at 60%, with 12 beginner runs to find your feet and 12 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
61
runs
61 runs across 4 grades
Beginner12 runs · 20%
Intermediate37 runs · 60%
Advanced10 runs · 17%
Expert2 runs · 3%
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 2025 - 2026
12 Dec 2025
Opens
19 Apr 2026
Closes
128
Days open
12 ft
Annual snow
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 Webcams
4 live angles across the mountain. Tap any camera to go full-screen.
About Loon Mountain Resort's live webcams
Check live conditions across Loon Mountain Resort with 4 real-time webcams showing snow, weather, and lift operations, updated every 10 minutes. Check high-elevation cams for powder visibility and base-area cams for crowd levels before you head up.
Camera guide
- Octogon Base902ft
- Monitor the heartbeat of Lincoln's premier ski resort through this essential Loon Mountain webcam at the Octagon Base Lodge at 275 meters elevation. This Loon Mountain live cam provides real-time views of the main gondola operations, guest arrivals, and current snow conditions at the resort's central hub. Perfect for assessing crowd levels and parking before your White Mountain adventure, this live snow cam helps families plan their visit to this popular New Hampshire destination, offering instant visibility into base area activity and weather conditions.
- Loon Peak2,999ft
- Experience commanding summit perspectives through this elevated Loon Mountain webcam positioned at Loon Peak at 914 meters elevation. This Loon Mountain live cam captures sweeping views across the Pemigewasset Wilderness and surrounding White Mountain peaks, providing essential visibility updates for expert terrain. Ideal for advanced skiers monitoring weather patterns and snow conditions, this Loon web cam showcases the challenging upper mountain terrain that has made this Lincoln resort a New Hampshire skiing icon since 1966.
- Kancamagas 8 Summit2,999ft
- Witness the action at Loon's modern high-speed lift through this strategic Loon Mountain webcam at the Kancamagus 8 Summit at 914 meters elevation. This Loon Mountain live cam monitors lift operations and reveals current conditions across popular upper mountain trails. Essential for planning your route down the mountain, this live snow cam provides real-time updates on trail grooming and visibility at this beloved White Mountain resort, helping skiers maximize their time exploring Loon's diverse 370-acre terrain.
- Camp Three2,001ft
- Monitor mid-mountain activity through this perfectly positioned Loon Mountain webcam at Camp Three at 610 meters elevation. This Loon Mountain live cam captures the convergence of multiple trail networks and showcases intermediate terrain conditions throughout the day. Perfect for families assessing slope difficulty and snow quality, this Loon web cam provides essential real-time views of trail grooming and skier traffic at this strategic mid-station, helping guests navigate Lincoln's premier ski destination efficiently.
Loon Mountain Resort snow cams FAQ
How often do Loon Mountain Resort snow cams update?
All Loon Mountain Resort snow cams and webcams update every 10 minutes with fresh images showing current mountain conditions. This frequent update schedule ensures you have access to near real-time conditions for planning your ski day at Loon Mountain Resort.
Which Loon Mountain Resort webcam shows the best powder conditions?
The high-elevation Loon Peak webcam at 914m provides the clearest view of powder conditions and snowfall. These Loon Mountain Resort webcams capture fresh snow accumulation and visibility better than base area cameras.
Can I see Loon Mountain Resort lift queues on the webcams?
Yes. Multiple Loon Mountain Resort snow cams specifically show lift queue areas and chairlift operations, helping you time your arrival and avoid peak queue periods.
When is the best time to check Loon Mountain Resort snow cams?
Check Loon Mountain Resort webcams early morning (7-8am) for overnight snowfall assessment, and mid-afternoon for current crowd levels and weather. The live cams are most useful after storm events to assess fresh powder.
How can I check current conditions before buying Loon Mountain Resort lift tickets?
Use our Loon Mountain Resort webcams alongside the live snow report to assess conditions before purchasing lift tickets. The webcams show real-time visibility, snow quality, and operational status.
Do Loon Mountain Resort webcams work on mobile devices?
Yes. All Loon Mountain Resort snow cams and webcams are optimized for mobile viewing, so you can check live conditions from anywhere using your phone or tablet.
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