Mount Sunapee

Closed
Jack Lee
SnowPak Local Insider
Jack Lee
Pros
  • Stunning views of Lake Sunapee from above
  • Exceptional grooming
  • Almost half the runs are for intermediate skiers/ riders
Cons
  • Further to get to compared to other resorts on this list

Overall

4.2

Just 1 hour and 45 minutes drive from Boston, Mount Sunapee is perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. Despite its small size, the resort has decent vertical with dependable snow. The resort has stunning views of Lake Sunapee from above and fun après ski at the base as well as a town with everything you need.

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Mount Sunapee Reviews

Good 3.6 / 5
based on 4 reviews

How well the resort caters for beginner skiers / boarders

Beginners

How well the resort caters for intermediate skiers / boarders?

Intermediates

How well the resort caters for advanced skiers / boarders

Advanced

How accessible and convenient it is to get to this resort from a major destination

Accessibility

Quality of the off-piste terrain

Side/Backcountry

Overall value for money of the resort

Value for money

Quality of lifts, lift speed and lift layout in the resort

Lifts

Quantity and quality of the snow

Snow

How uncrowded is the resort

Uncrowded

Après ski and dining options

Town

Services and facilities e.g. child care, tubing, health care, equipment hire

Facilities

How family friendly is this resort?

Family Friendliness
Average!2.6 / 5Nov 19, 2019
Mount Sunapee ReviewsAndrew K.
expert skier
Manicured. Good snowmaking and grooming but only three challenging trails. Good place to learn if money is not a concern. Closer to Boston than major mountains and resorts making a day trip possible and basically the main option as little lodging or food and entertainment options in vicinity.... More
Average!3.3 / 5May 01, 2018
Mount Sunapee ReviewsMatthew K.
advanced skier
A good place to learn but you should go early or on a weekday. The resort tends to get very crowded with long lift lines. Particularly when the upper mountain is closed due to wind.... More
Good!3.6 / 5Nov 05, 2017
RSRyan S.
expert skier
I grew up skiing here. A great environment to learn, grow, and bring the family. While more of an intermediate mountain there are just enough challenging trails to be had to keep the hardcore enthusiast occupied (if there is enough snow for the glades that is...). right off route 89 and close to Boston and Manchester. Nothing around there really... More
Superb!5 / 5Oct 22, 2017
SSSteve S.
Had a great weekend with family and friends, waiting for my next trip! This is my year to come back to New England and play in the snow and eat seafood!