Skiing & Riding

Spring may officially begin in March, but winter weather keeps the trails open into April at Whiteface Mountain! Major snowfalls can often occur well past January in Lake Placid despite the warmer conditions and increased daylight hours. This makes the "late season" a peak time to visit!

Area hotels offer Lake Placid ski packages in the spring surrounding President's Day Weekend and other holidays from February through early April. Come to Lake Placid this spring to experience shorter lines, lower lift ticket prices and discounted equipment at local shops.

Whiteface is just a short drive from the village of Lake Placid, and offers world-class skiing and riding trails in the Adirondacks. Enjoy the freedom of lighter layers as you ski and ride in the warmer temperatures — just don't forget your sunscreen!

Lake Placid boasts one of the nation's most beloved après ski scenes, and spring is no exception. Warmer temperatures increase the nightlife as visitors relax after a day at the mountain. Have a nightcap on outdoor deck or toast marshmallows over an open fire as you unwind. Eat local at one of our Lake Placid restaurants, and prepare to take to the slopes again for another thrilling day.

The two-time Olympic mountain has 86 trails, 11 lifts and terrain parks to accommodate first-timers and experts alike. Use the softer spring snows to learn, or take your expertise to the next level. There's always something new to enjoy on a spring break ski vacation in Lake Placid. No matter what time of year it is, a Lake Placid family vacation allows you and yours to take part in skiing and riding at your own pace.

On a sunny spring day, the white, snow-capped Adirondack Mountains cut across the clear blue sky for spectacular views in the village. You can see Whiteface from a distance at various spots throughout Lake Placid — it's especially photogenic at dusk and dawn.

Make first tracks on the greatest vertical drop east of the Rockies this spring! Click the image to the left for a printable Whiteface Mountain trail map.

Start planning your Whiteface ski trip now – book a reservation to visit Lake Placid today!