LOON MOUNTAIN

📍Lincoln, New Hampshire, USA

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Cruiser 🏞️ Scenic Cruiser 🟢 Beginner Friendly 7 Days on Ikon ☀️ Year-round destination

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Vertical drop: 2,190 ft
Skiable terrain: 403 acres
Avg snowfall: 132 in^*
Lifts: 13

Hotels & direct contacts ↓

GETTING THERE

Nearest Airports

✈️

MHT

Manchester-Boston Regional

About 1–2 hours

drive time

Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.

From Boston or Manchester, follow I-93 north to the Lincoln exit for Route 112 and Loon. Franconia Notch is a separate outing north of Lincoln. Before parking, check whether your lesson or equipment pickup starts at the Governor Adams, Octagon or South Peak base. The resort operates shuttles between open bases during scheduled hours.

WHERE TO STAY

Use these picks to compare location, atmosphere and the kind of stay you want. Ask for a total quote for your dates and room, including fees and cancellation terms.

luxury

Premium experiences with exceptional amenities

Luxury

The Mountain Club on Loon

resort · Slopeside at the base of Loon Mountain

The slopeside setting makes it easy to return to the hotel for a spa appointment or dinner at the restaurant and pub. Compare suite layouts if you plan to cook.

Loon slopeside staysSpa-focused tripsOn-site dining

💆Spa

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, spa.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

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premium

High-quality stays with great features

Premium

RiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain

resort · In downtown Lincoln. Check the guest shuttle schedule to Loon.

Spacious suites plus a large lagoon pool, spa, winery, and two restaurants give families plenty to use without leaving the resort.

Loon Mountain familiesSuites with kitchensPool and spa stays

🍳Kitchen🏊Pool💆Spa

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen, pool, spa.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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moderate

Solid value with good amenities

Moderate

Village of Loon Mountain

condo · At the Village of Loon Mountain

Pools, a hot tub, tennis, yard games, and the playground are third-party operated but offered to owners and guests as complimentary benefits.

Loon Mountain familiesCondominium staysPool and recreation access

♨️Hot Tub🏊Pool

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, pool, hot tub.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

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Moderate$$ · earlier budget guide

Kancamagus Lodge

lodge · In Lincoln on Route 112. Plan a separate trip to the lifts.

The indoor pool and games give families something to do after skiing. Check restaurant hours and your room rate before planning breakfast at the lodge.

Family ski tripsIndoor swimmingLincoln dining

🏊Indoor pool

Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Ask about hot tub access, Ask about ski storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Indoor pool.

Without current field-level confirmation: property type, price guide, Ask about hot tub access, Ask about ski storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

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budget

Affordable options that get the job done

Budget$ · earlier budget guide

Quality Inn & Suites Lincoln I-93

hotel · US Route 3 in Lincoln. Drive to Loon Mountain.

This works for a road trip with breakfast at the hotel and an indoor pool after skiing. Plan the morning drive to your chosen Loon base.

Road tripsFamiliesIndoor pool

♨️Whirlpool🏊Heated indoor pool🐕Dogs in designated rooms

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Whirlpool, Heated indoor pool, Dogs in designated rooms.

Without current field-level confirmation: property type, price guide.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

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OVERNIGHT STAYS & CAMPERVANS

For Loon Mountain, compare a booked room or rental around Lincoln with a designated campsite that accepts your vehicle and winter dates. Choose your base around the daily mountain journey and the power, water and indoor facilities you need.

Compare lodging options ↗

Book a designated overnight place for your vehicle and dates. Day parking does not provide permission to camp.

🐕 PET POLICY

Historical pet-policy guidance.

Dogs not allowed on aerial lifts during winter. Pet-friendly lodging available in Lincoln/Woodstock area. Surrounding White Mountain National Forest has dog-friendly trails.

Confirm rooms, fees and access rules with the property or resort before you travel. A pet-friendly area does not mean pets can use ski slopes or lifts.

Read our pet travel guide →

Sources & planning context

Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.

Other names · Loon Mountain Resort

Compare the setting and type of stay. Room choice, availability and the total booking price are specific to your dates.

Typically late November to mid April

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗

Schedule source 1 ↗Schedule source 2 ↗Official resort ↗

Official website: https://www.loonmtn.com; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summer and winter destination: Yes; Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter: Mountain biking, gondola sightseeing, summit hiking and glacial caves, disc golf and ziplining.; Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Summer visit planning: Hours and operating dates differ by activity; check the summer schedule before visiting.; Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Vertical drop (ft): 2190; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Skiable area (acres): 403; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts: 13; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Runs: 73; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft): 860; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summit elevation (ft): 3050; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Reported average snowfall (in).

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

Loon ski base access and parking ↗The resort is reached from I-93 via Lincoln. Shuttles serve the open bases, including Octagon, Governor Adams and South Peak. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Loon activity calendars ↗The resort lists the Gondola Skyride under spring, summer and fall activities and provides a separate winter calendar. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Kancamagus Lodge – about the lodge ↗Family-operated lodge in Lincoln at the entrance to the Kancamagus Highway. Indoor pool and game room. Breakfast and dinner are served at Brittany’s according to seasonal hours. Pets are prohibited on the property and in rooms. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Loon Mountain Resort – Quality Inn & Suites ↗Quality Inn & Suites at 381 US Route 3 in Lincoln offers continental breakfast, heated indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool and guest laundry. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Choice Hotels – Quality Inn & Suites Lincoln I-93 ↗Brand identifies the hotel, continental breakfast and requirement to reserve a designated pet-friendly room when bringing a dog. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Loon Mountain Resort – RiverWalk ↗Resort places RiverWalk in the centre of Lincoln at 22 South Mountain Drive. It lists shuttle service to Loon. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Mountain Club Resort in Lincoln, NH | Mountain Club on Loon ↗Loon's only Slopeside Resort · At the Base of Loon · guestrooms and suites · full-service spa and wellness center · farm-to-table dining · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Riverwalk Resort at Loon Mountain - Lincoln, NH ↗RiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain · Studios to 3 bedroom Penthouse Suites · full kitchens · lagoon pools · spa · two restaurants · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Welcome to The Village of Loon Mountain | The Village of Loon Mountain ↗Village of Loon Mountain · White Mountains · sparkling pools · bubbling hot tub · owned and operated by a third party · complimentary access · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Village Ski and Sport ↗The shop across from South Peak offers downhill, touring and cross-country rentals, snowboard rentals, demos, ski and snowboard tuning, and custom boot fitting. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Village Ski and Sport contact details ↗The Lincoln store lists 173 Main Street and 603-745-8852. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Summit Cafe | Dining | Loon Mountain Resort ↗Summit Café sits on Loon Peak with gondola and hiking access and serves lunch with high-elevation views. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Loon Mountain · Paul Bunyan Room ↗Winter-only après bar upstairs in Octagon Lodge with draft beers and a large deck overlooking the slopes. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

La Vista - Italian Cuisine, Restaurant ↗La Vista is RiverWalk Resort’s Italian dinner restaurant at 22 South Mountain Drive in Lincoln. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Flapjacks ↗Flapjack’s serves a country breakfast made from homemade recipes and locally sourced ingredients, including pancakes, omelets and bacon. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Woodstock Inn Brewery ↗A North Woodstock brewery with restaurant and pub service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Ikon Pass opening dates — September 29, 2026 ↗
The official 2026–27 table lists opening as TBA; no closing date is provided.
Loon 2026/27 lift tickets ↗
The current-season ticket page explicitly says opening day TBD.
Summer Activities ↗
Mountain biking, gondola sightseeing, summit hiking and glacial caves, disc golf and ziplining.
Loon Mountain — Mountain Stats ↗
The operator publishes acreage, trails, lifts, vertical, base, and summit figures.

GETTING THERE

Nearest Airports

✈️

MHT

Manchester-Boston Regional

About 1–2 hours

drive time

Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.

WHERE TO STAY

Use these picks to compare location, atmosphere and the kind of stay you want. Ask for a total quote for your dates and room, including fees and cancellation terms.

luxury

Premium experiences with exceptional amenities

Luxury

The Mountain Club on Loon

resort · Slopeside at the base of Loon Mountain

The slopeside setting makes it easy to return to the hotel for a spa appointment or dinner at the restaurant and pub. Compare suite layouts if you plan to cook.

Loon slopeside staysSpa-focused tripsOn-site dining

💆Spa

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, spa.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

premium

High-quality stays with great features

Premium

RiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain

resort · In downtown Lincoln. Check the guest shuttle schedule to Loon.

Spacious suites plus a large lagoon pool, spa, winery, and two restaurants give families plenty to use without leaving the resort.

Loon Mountain familiesSuites with kitchensPool and spa stays

🍳Kitchen🏊Pool💆Spa

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen, pool, spa.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

moderate

Solid value with good amenities

Moderate

Village of Loon Mountain

condo · At the Village of Loon Mountain

Pools, a hot tub, tennis, yard games, and the playground are third-party operated but offered to owners and guests as complimentary benefits.

Loon Mountain familiesCondominium staysPool and recreation access

♨️Hot Tub🏊Pool

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, pool, hot tub.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

Moderate$$ · earlier budget guide

Kancamagus Lodge

lodge · In Lincoln on Route 112. Plan a separate trip to the lifts.

The indoor pool and games give families something to do after skiing. Check restaurant hours and your room rate before planning breakfast at the lodge.

Family ski tripsIndoor swimmingLincoln dining

🏊Indoor pool

Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Ask about hot tub access, Ask about ski storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Indoor pool.

Without current field-level confirmation: property type, price guide, Ask about hot tub access, Ask about ski storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

budget

Affordable options that get the job done

Budget$ · earlier budget guide

Quality Inn & Suites Lincoln I-93

hotel · US Route 3 in Lincoln. Drive to Loon Mountain.

This works for a road trip with breakfast at the hotel and an indoor pool after skiing. Plan the morning drive to your chosen Loon base.

Road tripsFamiliesIndoor pool

♨️Whirlpool🏊Heated indoor pool🐕Dogs in designated rooms

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Whirlpool, Heated indoor pool, Dogs in designated rooms.

Without current field-level confirmation: property type, price guide.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

🐕 PET POLICY

Historical pet-policy guidance.

Dogs not allowed on aerial lifts during winter. Pet-friendly lodging available in Lincoln/Woodstock area. Surrounding White Mountain National Forest has dog-friendly trails.

Confirm rooms, fees and access rules with the property or resort before you travel. A pet-friendly area does not mean pets can use ski slopes or lifts.

Read our pet travel guide →