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Your guide to hiking
Adventure starts with a single step
Lake Placid is a hiker’s paradise, offering everything from peaceful walks around quiet lakes to challenging climbs with breathtaking summit views. Whether you're looking for a quick escape into the forest or an all-day adventure in the High Peaks, the trails around Lake Placid deliver unforgettable experiences and endless natural beauty.
Hiking during the fall
The word vacation originated in the Adirondacks, and when you’re standing amidst the natural beauty here, it’s not hard to imagine that this is where it all began. Picture it: mountains, lakes, rivers, valleys, meadows, ponds. This is Lake Placid, and there are so many hikes that traverse this diverse landscape and lead to the most incredible views
In the fall, the entire landscape pops with color, and hiking is one of the best ways to experience the changing foliage.
Hiking during spring time
The word vacation originated in the Adirondacks, and when you’re standing amidst the natural beauty here, it’s not hard to imagine that this is where it all began. Picture it: mountains, lakes, rivers, valleys, meadows, ponds. This is Lake Placid, and there are so many hikes that traverse this diverse landscape and lead to the most incredible views.
In the spring, seek out trails at lower elevations, like a trip to a waterfall!
Summer hiking in the Adirondacks
The word vacation originated in the Adirondacks, and when you’re standing amidst the natural beauty here, it’s not hard to imagine that this is where it all began. Picture it: mountains, lakes, rivers, valleys, meadows, ponds. This is Lake Placid, and there are so many hikes that traverse this diverse landscape and lead to the most incredible views.
In the summer, you have access from short day hikes to multi-day backpacking trips!
Hiking in the winter
Winter in the Adirondack Mountains is stunning, and snowshoeing here can also be the highlight of anyone's winter. But with this chilly weather comes added items to the gear list, and more preparation before you depart on a trip.
Be prepared for adverse conditions if you are going out for a hike in the winter. If going on a bigger hike, bring enough with you for an unplanned night in the woods (sleeping bag, cook stove, extra layers and food, etc.). Even on smaller jaunts in the winter, it's important to research your trail, and bring a long all the items needed for a safe trip.
Snowshoeing in the Adirondacks
Be prepared for winter conditions
How to hike in the High Peaks during the winter
Mt. Van Hoevenberg's East Trail
From the Mountain Pass Lodge at the Olympic Sports Complex Hiking Center, you’ll find a very special trail offering a very special experience.
Avoid postholing in deep snow
When snow is 8+ inches deep, strap on your snowshoes, and avoid leaving deep holes in the snow! Deep holes made from bare-booting deep snow can become dangerous after a deep freeze, especially for folks using skis.
