Any time of year is the perfect time to take a scenic drive through the Adirondacks! And boy, does Lake Placid have some amazing scenery. Hop in the car and check out some of the great routes below. And while you're out there, how about stopping to hit a trail along the way? Try one of these short 1-2 hour hikes in combination with your travels, and check out some of the many local restaurants and farmers markets you'll be passing by!
Drive or ride up the historic Whiteface Veterans' Memorial Highway taking you to the top of New York's fifth-highest peak at 4,867 feet. At the top, be sure to check out the Castle Cafe and Gift Shop for great views, local bites, souvenirs and more...
See some of the most most dramatic destinations along the Adirondack Coast!
Drive around Mirror Lake, a tranquil spot in the heart of Lake Placid.
This is a scenic cruise around Whiteface and McKenzie mountains. See stunning beauty in any season.
This stretch of road along Route 86 between Lake Placid and Wilmington follows the Ausable River for most of its length. There are tumbling rapids and towering mountains. Abundant pull-offs for picnicking and picture taking. Distance: 25 miles round trip.
Stunning scenery on the aptly named Bonnieview Avenue. Quiet two lane roads that are great for exploring.
Retrace historic footsteps with a foliage tour that looks out over Lake Champlain from the top of Mount Defiance.
One side is a quiet country road, while the other half runs through a scenic valley.
Whether you're training for IRONMAN or just out for a casual ride, River Road is perfect!
Explore both branches of the Ausable River. Take a tour of small towns, and explore the treasure hunting possibilities in the shops and galleries.
Follow back roads for a 11.6 mile loop through forest and farmland. This scenery has been inspiring creativity for generations, including the builder of Asgaard Farm, artist Rockwell Kent.
The village of Lake Placid, while small and idyllic, can also be bustling and busy. Take a quick trip out of town - on your bike or in the car - for a peaceful drive along the famed Ausable River.
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