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.
Adirondack River Walking & Forest Bathing
Saranac Lake
(518) 637-2963
Slow down, unplug and immerse your senses in nature. Our experienced guides invite you through a series of brief ever-changing sensory activities to explore nature in the Adirondacks in new ways. Adirondack Riverwalking offers outdoor guided...
High Falls Gorge
4761 Route 86, Wilmington
(518) 946-2278
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...
Bobsled Rides at the Olympic Sports Complex
220 Bobsled Run Road, Lake Placid
(518) 523-4436
The bobsled run is closed for the summer 2019 season. But don't worry! We have plenty of other Olympic sites for you to experience with your Olympic Sites Passport! The bobsled experience Get a taste of Lake Placid's Olympic history! Cruise down the...
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...
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
Fun for all ages at the Adirondack Carousel The Adirondack Carousel is a unique and beautiful venue providing old fashioned fun for all ages. The 24 hand carved carousel animals are indigenous to the Adirondacks, the rounding boards are regional...
The Wild Center
45 Museum Drive, Tupper Lake
(518) 359-7800
Three years running, The Wild Center was named the People's Choice top attraction in the Adirondacks by the readers of Adirondack Life. To top it all off, The Wild Center's Wild Walk, a trail across the treetops, has opened to rave reviews. It's all...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
Experience Outdoors
4948 Cascade Road, Lake Placid
(518) 524-7944
Capturing the essence of the Adirondack Park is one of our primary goals, second only to ensuring that our guests are having a good time. Nestled on Scott's Cobble Mountain in Lake Placid - rests our Zip Line Tour that consists of six (6) zips and...