Arrowhead Recreation Area vs Cannon Mountain Ski Area
Arrowhead Recreation Area (New Hampshire) and Cannon Mountain Ski Area (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Arrowhead Recreation Area | Cannon Mountain Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 138 ft (42 m) | 2,156 ft (657 m) |
| Summit elevation | 738 ft | 4,039 ft |
| Base elevation | 600 ft | 1,883 ft |
| Lifts | 2 | 9 |
| Runs | 2 | 104 |
| Beginner terrain | 100% | 17% |
| Intermediate terrain | 0% | 54% |
| Expert terrain | 0% | 29% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Cannon Mountain Ski Area has the bigger vertical (2,156 ft vs 138 ft); Cannon Mountain Ski Area has more runs (104 vs 2); Cannon Mountain Ski Area skews more expert (29% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Arrowhead Recreation Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Cannon Mountain Ski Area | Indy Pass: 2 days |
No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →
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