Golf in Lake Placid

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Your perfect golf getaway awaits

Swing into scenic perfection

Panoramic Adirondack High Peaks scenery, coupled with lush fairways and well-manicured greens, make for that one of a kind golfing experience that is totally unique to Lake Placid. Locals warn that with spectacular views like these, people have trouble keeping their heads down - it's a real challenge to keep your eye on the ball.

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Perfect your spring golf getaway

Get back out there!

Cool temps, panoramic Adirondack High Peaks scenery, coupled with lush fairways and well-manicured greens, make for that one of a kind golfing experience that is totally unique to spring in Lake Placid. The snow is gone, so its time to get back to doing what we love, spending days on the green surrounded by spectacular views! As the trees bud with new growth on the mountains - it's a real challenge to keep your eye on the ball.

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Winter on the course

Snow on the green? There's still fun to be had!

Just because your favorite fairways don’t look as green as they did a few months ago, doesn’t mean you can’t get out there and enjoy the scenery! Many flock to local courses for winter fun, with sledding and cross-country skiing.

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Golf, love, and luxury

A hole in one

Lake Placid's scenic courses are perfect for weddings and events. Celebrate your big day with a round of golf on one of the area's unforgettable courses, complemented by luxurious spas and top-notch wedding services. Make your special day extraordinary and hassle-free, so you can focus on what matters most—friends, family, relaxation, and, of course, golf (and more golf!).

With year-round outdoor activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. After your game, unwind at a local restaurant and gear up for another memorable day on the greens.

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A golfer on the green with a golf cart, surrounded by mountain views.

A Lake Placid golf course in the summer with mountain views.

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A golfer preparing to tee off on a Lake Placid golf course.

Golf, love, and luxury

A hole in one

Lake Placid's scenic courses are perfect for weddings and events. Celebrate your big day with a round of golf on one of the area's unforgettable courses, complemented by luxurious spas and top-notch wedding services. Make your special day extraordinary and hassle-free, so you can focus on what matters most—friends, family, relaxation, and, of course, golf (and more golf!).

With year-round outdoor activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. After your game, unwind at a local restaurant and gear up for another memorable day on the greens.

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a woman cross-country skis on a golf course.

A view of a golf course lounge during the winter.

A wintry transformation

You'll never have to say goodbye

Lake Placid's scenic courses are perfect for viewing the surrounding mountains and stellar views that characterize the region. And that doesn’t change in winter! Many of these unforgettable courses, like Craig Wood Golf Course, transform into incredibly fun cross-country skiing trails once the snow blankets the grounds. So while you’re dreaming of putting on warm summer days, you can enjoy the course with a snowy twist.

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Green golf courses with fall foliage and the Olympic Ski Jumps in the backgrounds.

Timeless greens

Golf courses steeped in history

Lake Placid’s golf heritage dates back to the 1800s, making it one of America’s earliest golf destinations. History buffs will be thrilled to learn that golf legends like Ben Hogan, Joe Kirkwood Sr., Seymour Dunn, and Lake Placid native Craig Wood have refined their games and designed courses here, leaving a lasting legacy.

Notable courses include the Whiteface Club & Resort, designed by John Van Kleek and Walter Hagen; the Lake Placid Club Links, by Seymour Dunn; the Lake Placid Club Mountain Course, by Alexander Findlay and Alister MacKenzie; and the Lake Placid Club Pristine 9, another Findlay design. Craig Wood Golf Course honors its namesake, while Saranac Inn Golf & Country Club and Saranac Lake Golf Club round out the collection.

These public courses offer a mix of mountain layouts and Scottish-style links, catering to golfers of all skill levels. Most play around par 72, with some featuring executive-length holes. Plan your tee time and enjoy a memorable golf getaway in Lake Placid!

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A golfer putting away his clubs into his golf cart on a Lake Placid golf course.

Timeless greens

Golf courses steeped in history

Lake Placid’s golf heritage dates back to the 1800s, making it one of America’s earliest golf destinations. History buffs will be thrilled to learn that golf legends like Ben Hogan, Joe Kirkwood Sr., Seymour Dunn, and Lake Placid native Craig Wood have refined their games and designed courses here, leaving a lasting legacy.

Notable courses include the Whiteface Club & Resort, designed by John Van Kleek and Walter Hagen; the Lake Placid Club Links, by Seymour Dunn; the Lake Placid Club Mountain Course, by Alexander Findlay and Alister MacKenzie; and the Lake Placid Club Pristine 9, another Findlay design. Craig Wood Golf Course honors its namesake, while Saranac Inn Golf & Country Club and Saranac Lake Golf Club round out the collection.

These public courses offer a mix of mountain layouts and Scottish-style links, catering to golfers of all skill levels. Most play around par 72, with some featuring executive-length holes. Plan your tee time and enjoy a memorable golf getaway in Lake Placid!

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Spring golf

Look forward to days on the green!

After a long Adirondack winter, there’s nothing quite like finally getting back on the greens in Lake Placid. As the snow melts and spring brings longer days and warmer temps, golfers can dust off their clubs and enjoy crisp mountain air, fresh fairways, and stunning views of the Adirondack High Peaks.

Notable courses include the Whiteface Club & Resort, designed by John Van Kleek and Walter Hagen; the Lake Placid Club Links, by Seymour Dunn; the Lake Placid Club Mountain Course, by Alexander Findlay and Alister MacKenzie; and the Lake Placid Club Pristine 9, another Findlay design. Craig Wood Golf Course honors its namesake, while Saranac Inn Golf & Country Club and Saranac Lake Golf Club round out the collection. Whether you’re squeezing in a morning round or making a full day of it with friends, spring golf in Lake Placid is the perfect way to shake off winter and welcome the season back on the course.