Imagine a place where you can stand at the summit of a mountain and then by afternoon tour the historic ice arena where Olympians have fought for the gold. Lake Placid offers a variety of activities. Access to outdoor recreation, like hiking and swimming, are steps from downtown Lake Placid where you can shop and watch a movie in a historic theater. The family can also visit exciting Olympic landmarks like the towering ski jumps, where an elevator ride to the top will deliver you to a stunning bird’s eye view of the Adirondacks.
Rainy day fun in Lake Placid
Spring is unpredictable in the Adirondacks, yes, even in Lake Placid. Some days are meant for spring skiing, and sometimes the rain may seem to ruin your plans.
Get your groove on
In Lake Placid, the fun doesn’t stop when the sun sets. Yes, there’s a thriving music scene here, and if you know where to look you can get in on the action.
Adirondac Rafting Company
6440 NY 30, Indian Lake
(518) 523-1635
BOOK NOW Adirondac Rafting Company invites you to run the wild and scenic Hudson River Gorge. The gorge run is a 16 mile, 4-5 hour adventure trip with plenty of whitewater fun. Adirondac Rafting Company provides highly skilled, licensed, and fun river...
Experience Outdoors
4948 Cascade Road, Lake Placid
(518) 524-7944
Olympic Sites Passport
2634 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 523-1655
Rarely does one ticket do so much--the Olympic Sites Passport is perfect for folks planning a visit to the area, giving you access to every one of the Lake Placid Olympic Sites! The Passport is available for purchase online and in person at all of the...
High Falls Gorge
4761 Route 86, Wilmington
(518) 946-2278
High Falls Gorge is the Adirondacks' most breathtaking, year-round, 30 minute walk. Witness four majestic waterfalls cascading over rocks into a deep crevice carved a billion years ago, learn about all the natural wonders of the falls, grab a bite to...
SUP LP @ Locker Room 5
2573 Main St, Lake Placid
(518) 302-5549
Whether you're new to Standup Paddle Boards (SUP) or a long time fan, there's no better way to have fun and see Mirror Lake than on top of one of these fun and safe paddle boards. Take your morning yoga routine out on the water with SUP Yoga, get your...
Adirondack River Walking & Forest Bathing
Saranac Lake
(518) 637-2963
Picture it now: You are in the forest on a crisp winter day. The snow is falling lightly and all you can hear are the soft sounds of your snowshoes and the chirping of the chickadees as you meander through the woods, invited by your guide to...
Ausable Chasm
2144 Route 9, Au Sable Chasm
(518) 834-7454
The oldest natural attraction in the United States (est. 1870), the sites of the chasm are breathtaking. Formed of sandstone that is 500 million years old from a time geologists call the Cambrian period. Hike the 5+ miles of scenic trails, float the...
Scenic Tours with Adirondack Flying Service
27 Airport Lane, Lake Placid
(518) 523-2473
Adirondack Scenic Flights "I'll never forget the first time I flew over the Adirondacks!" Our scenic flights take off from Lake Placid airport, just on the edge of the village of Lake Placid. Choose the 20-minute scenic tour featuring Olympic venues,...
Lake Placid Boat Tours & Marina
Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid
(518) 523-9704
Wilderness beauty. Adirondack history. Serenity. Cruise the pristine waters of Lake Placid in one of our enclosed pontoon boats. The hour-long, narrated tour travels 16 miles on one of the world's most beautiful lakes. See and hear about the stately...
Adirondack Carousel
2 Depot StreetPO Box 1059, Saranac Lake
(518) 891-9521
Winter hours start Nov. 1: Open Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 10AM - 5PM. Friday 12PM - 6:30PM We have special hours for holidays and events. Check our website for current hours. Fun for all ages at the Adirondack Carousel The Adirondack...
Country Dreams Farm - Sleigh Rides
200 John Brown Road, Lake Placid
(518) 561-8941
Treat yourself to a horse-drawn sleigh ride wrapped in warm blankets while taking in the aroma of pine boughs, and listening to the sound of sleigh bells in the crisp Lake Placid air. The sleigh ride will take you back to a simpler time. Sleigh rides...
Lake Placid Olympic Museum
2634 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 302-5326
Explore the legacy of the Olympic Games with exciting exhibits, including video highlights, athletes' uniforms and equipment, a collection of Olympic torches, mascots, the first gold medal ever awarded, and more! This activity and many others are FREE...
Guided Hiking Tours at Whiteface Mountain
Wilmington
(518) 946-2223
90 minutes of exploring the Adirondack woods will do a lot for the soul! Join one of our guides along the banks of the West Branch of the Ausable River. As you pass through cool stands of hemlocks, tracing the river's zigs and zags on the Stag Brook...