Aerial Tramway
America's First Aerial Tramway
The Second-Generation Aerial Tramway is RETIRED.
The Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway is the first tram to operate in America. The original Tramway opened in 1938 as a way to whisk daring skiers to the top of Cannon Mountain, allowing them to ski more runs than ever before! In 1980 the old tram was replaced with the modern version and more than doubled the passenger capacity. Today, Tram II is officially retired. New Hampshire State Parks and Cannon Mountain are excited to usher in a new era of tram operations and be the first ski area in North American to offer a third-generation tram.
Following along for progress updates on the Tram III project!
Cannon Mountain Announces Timeline and Details for Retirement of Iconic Aerial Tramway
September and October 2025 will mark the public’s last chance to ride Cannon’s beloved Tram II before its retirement at the end of foliage season.
Cannon Mountain Announces Timeline and Details for Retirement of Iconic Aerial Tramway
September and October 2025 will mark the public’s last chance to ride Cannon’s beloved Tram II before its retirement at the end of foliage season.
Following the July announcement of Cannon Mountain’s plan to retire its second-generation aerial tramway, Cannon officials have released additional details about its send-off. The final date of Aerial Tramway operations will be Sunday, October 26.
Big News: Third Generation Tram Planning Underway at Cannon
With Key State Support, Preparation for Tram Transition Moves Forward
Big News: Third Generation Tram Planning Underway at Cannon
With Key State Support, Preparation for Tram Transition Moves Forward
Cannon—home to the nation’s first aerial tramway, launched in 1938—is the only mountain in North America to reach a third-generation tram. Since 1980, the current tram has carried more than nine million passengers to the 4,080-foot summit, covering a one-mile span in under seven minutes, making it one of the most iconic lifts in the East.
