Black Mountain Ski Area vs Loon Mountain Ski Resort
Black Mountain Ski Area (New Hampshire) and Loon Mountain Ski Resort (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Black Mountain Ski Area | Loon Mountain Ski Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,017 ft (310 m) | 2,185 ft (666 m) |
| Summit elevation | 2,247 ft | 3,048 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,230 ft | 860 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 12 |
| Runs | 59 | 80 |
| Beginner terrain | 34% | 26% |
| Intermediate terrain | 34% | 51% |
| Expert terrain | 32% | 23% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Loon Mountain Ski Resort has the bigger vertical (2,185 ft vs 1,017 ft); Loon Mountain Ski Resort has more runs (80 vs 59); Black Mountain Ski Area skews more expert (32% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Black Mountain Ski Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Loon Mountain Ski Resort | Ikon Pass: 7 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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