📷 Cannon Mountain
North America
Cannon Mountain
Projected to open November 29, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 29
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Cannon Mountain is projected to open November 29, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February42cm avg · last season 34
- #2March42cm avg · last season 28.5
- #3January41cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 36
- #2 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 34
- #3 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 30.9
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 09:05 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Nov 29
Projected to open November 29, 2026
65 runs · 8 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 9:05 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (930m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Cannon Mountain
Cannon Mountain is located in Franconia Notch State Park, New Hampshire, and features 97 trails and glades across 285 skiable acres with a vertical drop of 2,180 feet. The resort is known for its classic New England skiing, challenging terrain, and scenic views of the White Mountains. Key amenities include a tramway, multiple base lodges, ski and snowboard rentals, and a dedicated learning area, making it suitable for both advanced skiers and families. Cannon Mountain stands out for its natural beauty, historic tram, and reputation as a premier destination for authentic alpine skiing in the region.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Cannon Mountain
- Where is Cannon Mountain?
- Cannon Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Cannon Mountain?
- Cannon Mountain runs from a base elevation of 594 m (1,949 ft) to a summit of 1,265 m (4,150 ft), giving a vertical drop of 671 m (2,201 ft).
- How big is Cannon Mountain?
- Cannon Mountain has 287 acres (116 hectares) of skiable terrain, 65 marked runs and 8 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Cannon Mountain?
- Cannon Mountain is on the Indy Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Cannon Mountain?
- Cannon Mountain typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Cannon Mountain get in a typical season?
- Cannon Mountain averages 160 inches / 406 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Cannon Mountain in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #335 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -9% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Cannon Mountain averaged -9% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -6%, '15-16 -52%, '23-24 +33%. A pattern, not a promise.
