Cannon Mountain Ski Area vs Jay Peak Resort

Cannon Mountain Ski Area (New Hampshire) and Jay Peak Resort (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatCannon Mountain Ski AreaJay Peak Resort
Vertical drop2,156 ft (657 m)1,985 ft (605 m)
Summit elevation4,039 ft3,825 ft
Base elevation1,883 ft1,837 ft
Lifts99
Runs10479
Beginner terrain17%27%
Intermediate terrain54%49%
Expert terrain29%24%
Night skiingNoNo

Cannon Mountain Ski Area has the bigger vertical (2,156 ft vs 1,985 ft); Cannon Mountain Ski Area has more runs (104 vs 79); Cannon Mountain Ski Area skews more expert (29% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Cannon Mountain Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days
Jay Peak ResortIndy Pass: 2 days

One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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