With world-class skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and more, it’s clear that Lake Placid is a true mecca for outdoor enthusiasts and athletes alike. What’s more, as the home to several Olympic Winter Games events and a bustling arts destination, the town boasts an unparalleled cultural scene. Looking to maximize the adrenaline rush? Visit Experience Outdoors, an adventure complex with 38 zip lines and obstacle courses to choose from! Craving some tasty food and a glass of wine? We have several five-star restaurants and bars within walking distance. With the perfect blend of adventure and leisure, come discover for yourself why Lake Placid has long been a celebrated destination for travelers from the East Coast, Canada, and beyond.
Summer & Fall
The warm season in Lake Placid is exactly the picture-perfect experience that comes to mind when you think of a quintessential, all-American, lakeside summer. Join the local festivities, stroll through the shops downtown, or cool off from the sultry days with a dip in Lake Placid. Visit the Olympic Ski Jump Complex via a gondola ride with stellar views of the Adirondacks, then watch athletes train from the observation area.
Autumn in Lake Placid brings fall festivals and a kaleidoscope of color as the leaves prepare for winter. Visit the historic home of abolitionist John Brown, grab an ice cream from Emma’s Lake Placid Creamery, take a drive up to Whiteface Mountain to enjoy the breathtaking vistas from the Veterans Memorial Highway, then finish your day with a locally-sourced meal and live music at one of our acclaimed local restaurants.
Winter & Spring
In winter, nearby Mirror Lake offers a chance to discover your inner Olympian with tobogganing, pond hockey, or the ice track. If you’re wanting to stay indoors, visit the Herb Brooks Arena—an ice rink built for the 1980 Winter Games—or learn more about the area’s history at the Lake Placid Olympic Museum.
In the spring, take a meditative walk along the Brewster Peninsula Nature Trails on Lake Placid’s southwest shore, or experience the local culture with a show at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts. Catch a live music series and some late-season skiing at Whiteface Mountain, or hang around town to explore the local eateries.
2187 Saranac Ave Lake Placid, NY 12946 Phone: (518) 523-2001
