Loon Mountain

State: New Hampshire. Type: mountain and four-season resort (Loon Mountain Resort) in Lincoln and Livermore, Grafton County, within the White Mountain National Forest. North Peak (highest point): 3,065 feet; South Peak: 2,807 feet; Loon Pond sits between the peaks at 2,418 feet. Address: 60 Loon Mountain Rd., Lincoln, NH 03251. Known for New Hampshire's longest gondola skyride.

Loon Mountain rises in Lincoln and Livermore, New Hampshire, within the White Mountain National Forest, and is best known today as the site of Loon Mountain Resort, a four-season recreation area built around skiing and snowboarding in winter and a broad slate of outdoor activities in summer. The mountain has two named summits, North Peak at 3,065 feet and the slightly lower South Peak at 2,807 feet, with Loon Pond sitting between them. Like many New England ski areas, Loon has expanded well beyond winter sports: summer visitors ride what the resort markets as New Hampshire's longest gondola skyride to the summit, explore glacial caves, climb an observation tower, and use a lift-served mountain bike park with more than 15 miles of trails. A riverside network of cross-country trails along the Pemigewasset River and a bike path connecting Lincoln and Woodstock add lower-elevation options, alongside a high zipline over the river and an outdoor obstacle course. The resort's own long-range plan, branded "Flight Path: 2030," points to continued investment in both seasons' offerings.

Loon Mountain sits in Lincoln and Livermore, New Hampshire, in Grafton County, within the White Mountain National Forest. The resort's address is 60 Loon Mountain Rd., Lincoln, NH 03251, at the western end of Scar Ridge, with Russell Mountain (2,424 feet) to the southwest.

As part of the White Mountain National Forest, Loon Mountain has a four-season mountain climate with cold, snowy winters that support the resort's ski operations, and warmer but still variable summers; specific temperature or snowfall statistics were not confirmed in the sources reviewed.

Winter is the classic season for skiing and snowboarding, given the resort's dependence on consistent snow conditions. Summer draws visitors for the gondola skyride, mountain biking, ziplining and river-trail activities; specific shoulder-season closures were not detailed in the sources reviewed, so check loonmtn.com for current seasonal operating dates.

Loon Mountain's ski area, like most New England mountain resorts, has expanded over time from a winter-only ski operation into a year-round recreation area; Wikipedia does not provide a specific founding date for the resort. In recent years the resort has continued to add attractions, publicizing a ten-year plan called "Flight Path: 2030" for further development of both its winter and summer offerings.

In winter, visitors ski and snowboard using the resort's lift network. In summer, the Gondola Skyride carries visitors to the summit for mountain views, and connects to the Glacial Caves and an observation tower (Herbert's). A lift-served bike park offers more than 15 miles of trails, complemented by cross-country riverside trails along the Pemigewasset River and a paved bike path linking Lincoln and Woodstock. Other summer activities include a 750-foot zipline over the Pemigewasset River, the Ninja Wild outdoor obstacle course, and Friday-night live music, per the resort's own site.

The summit reached by the Gondola Skyride, marketed as New Hampshire's longest gondola, is the resort's headline attraction, along with the adjacent Glacial Caves and Herbert's observation tower. The lift-served bike park and the riverside Pemigewasset trail network are the other named on-site features.

Loon Mountain sits in Lincoln, New Hampshire, along the White Mountain National Forest corridor; specific nearest-airport or public-transit information was not found in the sources reviewed, so visitors should plan a drive via the region's interstate/highway network (commonly I-93 for this part of New Hampshire) and confirm directions on loonmtn.com.

General resort information indicates lifts open at 9:00 a.m. and guest services open at 8:30 a.m., with the last Gondola Skyride descent 30 minutes before resort closing; hours are subject to change for weather and season, per the resort's own hours page, so confirm current hours directly at loonmtn.com before visiting.

Specific ticket prices for lift tickets or the Gondola Skyride were not confirmed in the sources reviewed; the resort sells day tickets and season passes online, with a noted discount for tickets purchased more than 24 hours in advance. Ikon Pass holders can redeem one complimentary Gondola Skyride through September 13, 2026, per resort information found in search results. Confirm current pricing at loonmtn.com or shop.loonmtn.com.

A single day is typical for either a ski day or a summer visit combining the gondola, caves and observation tower; a mountain-biking-focused visit or multi-activity summer day could extend to a full day given the bike park's trail mileage.

Lincoln and neighboring Woodstock, New Hampshire, connected to the resort area by a bike path, form the main lodging base for Loon Mountain visitors, with a range of hotels, condos and inns typical of a White Mountains ski-town corridor; sources reviewed did not name specific properties.

Lincoln and Woodstock offer a range of casual dining serving skiers and summer visitors along the main White Mountains tourist corridor; the resort's own site also mentions on-site entertainment including Friday-night live music, suggesting some on-mountain dining/entertainment options, though specific restaurant names were not confirmed in the sources reviewed.

Lincoln and Woodstock sit adjacent to the resort and are linked to it by a paved bike path. The wider White Mountain National Forest surrounds the mountain, offering additional hiking and scenic-drive opportunities for visitors extending their stay.

No specific airport or public-transit details for reaching Loon Mountain were found in the sources reviewed; a personal or rental vehicle is the standard way to reach the resort, likely via New Hampshire's I-93 corridor given the Lincoln/Woodstock location.

Winter visitors should dress for cold, snowy mountain conditions and follow posted ski-trail difficulty ratings and lift safety instructions. Summer adventure activities such as the zipline, bike park and obstacle course likely carry height, age or health restrictions typical of such attractions; check current posted rules at the resort. For any emergency, dial 911.

Warm layered clothing, gloves and appropriate footwear for winter ski visits; for summer, a light jacket for the cooler gondola summit, sunscreen, and closed-toe shoes suitable for the bike park or caves are worth packing.

Check loonmtn.com for current hours, since they can shift with weather, and consider buying gondola or lift tickets more than 24 hours ahead for a listed discount. Ikon Pass holders should check current promotional gondola offers before visiting. Pairing a Loon Mountain day with a walk or bike ride into neighboring Lincoln or Woodstock via the connecting bike path is a simple way to extend a visit.

Dial 911 for any emergency. The resort's general phone line, per its official site, is 603-745-8111.

Loon Mountain Resort - https://www.loonmtn.com

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