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NH's Longest Gondola Skyride

Jaw-Dropping Views in Every Season

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Rise to the Top

Gondola Skyrides

Load the White Mountain Express Gondola and travel 1,738 vertical feet to the summit of Loon Peak.

Cross the Treetops

While you ride, you'll cross into the White Mountain National Forest and be surrounded by mountain peaks. Each cabin seats up to 4 passengers.

  • Length
    7,133'
  • Summit Elevation
    2,733'
  • Ride Time
    Winter: 6–8 Mins. | Non-Winter: 13–15 Mins.
Exterior picture of the Summit Cafe surrounded with treesInterior picture of the Summit Cafe in summer

Summit Cafe

Serving food with the best view in town.

Perched 2,733 feet above sea level at the top of the Gondola, the Summit Café serves up year-round dining alongside stunning scenery of the White Mountain peaks.

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Peak Activities

During spring, summer and fall, find another world of family-friendly adventure on Loon Peak.

  • Kids squeezing between granite boulders

    Glacial Caves

    Scramble under, around and through granite caves

  • Two children on Herbert's Observation Tower lookout

    Observation Tower + Boardwalk

    Take in expansive, spectacular views, all the way from Mt. Moosilauke to Mt. Washington.

  • Hiker enjoying the views from the summit

    Hiking

    Find spectacular views from our scenic trail network to the summit.

  • Two players on the disc golf course

    Disc Golf

    Grab a disc and experience New Hampshire's highest disc golf course.

Winter

The White Mountain Express Gondola Skyride takes you to Loon Peak summit. Whether you're accessing the ski trails or taking a scenic round-trip ride, you'll find spectacular beauty in every season.

Tickets can be purchased on site at a Guest Services Desk.

Say 'I Do'

Bring your love to new heights.

From engagement to vows, and base to summit, Loon is the place to embrace the natural beauty around you and your love.

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Answers to

FAQs

Yes. Service animals are allowed. Read the Service Animal and Dog Policy.

The Gondola can accommodate foldable wheelchairs, walkers or strollers. The item will be loaded into the gondola cabin ahead of the cabin you ride in. The attendant will remove it and have it ready for your arrival.

Summer & Fall: To access the Gondola at the base, follow the paved uphill pathway. The summit is well worn from foot traffic. It is not paved.

Your Gondola Skyride ticket is a round-trip ticket. Guests may offload at the summit, enjoy the views and activities, and visit the Summit Café for a bite to eat with the best views around. Guests can then board the Gondola Skyride for a return ride to the base area.

Yes, the Gondola Skyride can operate in inclement weather. However, thunder and lightning and other weather situations will impact operations. Stay tuned to the Mountain Report for operational updates.

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