First Timer's Guide

We are excited to share this journey with you! Cannon is home to some of the greatest skiers and riders in history, including Olympic Alpine Ski Racer, Bode Miller. Who knows, maybe Cannon is your first step toward the Olympics! Even if that's not your goal, and you just want to experience sliding for yourself, here are a few tips, tricks and suggestions to make your first time on snow more enjoyable! 

What you choose to wear will make all the difference. Layers are your best friend! The best base layers (the layers closest to your skin) are absorbent and wick perspiration away from your skin. The outermost layer (your jacket and pants) should be wind and water-resistant (cotton clothes such as jeans and sweatpants absorb water, making you wet and cold) You'll also need warm, weather-resistant gloves or mittens, warm socks (wool or synthetic), a neck warmer (in case it’s cold or snowy) and a hat or helmet. 

Skis or snowboards, boots, helmets and goggles can all be rented from the Cannon Mountain Rental Shop! Our experienced techs are here to answer any questions and guide you through the entire rental process, starting with boots!

You will want to start at the main base area. To get there, take Exit 34C off of I-93, and follow the signs and directions of the parking attendants. The earlier you get here, the closer you park to the mountain, the shorter the ticket and rental lines are and the more time you have to get settled and ready for your day. 

The main base area is located off Exit 34C. Here you will find two base lodges, tickets, rentals, lessons, dining options and access to beginner terrain. 

Notchview Lodge:
Tickets, Guest Services, season passes, Retail Shop, Cafe, First Aid, seating and restrooms

Peabody Lodge:
Bag Check, rentals, Tuning Center, main food court, Cannonball Pub, seating and restrooms

Brookside Learning Center:
Lessons

Learning doesn’t have to be scary! Tuckerbook feels like a whole mountain complete with three lifts, beginner and novice trails, a progression terrain park, and glades for daring youngsters.  

The Tuckerbrook Family Area is a separated (while still connected) learning area perfect for beginners and families learning how to ski or snowboard. Tuckerbrook is unlike many beginner areas at other mountains. It is accessed directly from the main base area, which provides full services and access to the entire mountain, giving it a relaxed and comfortable feel!