About
Lake Placid is a village in the mountains, and few things make that more evident than Mirror Lake. Sparkling in the winter snow, it beckons from behind the downtown buildings, as visitors and locals explore the frozen lake while taking in views of the nearby High Peaks. Like any good Adirondack lake, there are a number of ways to enjoy it year round. We’re talking snowshoeing, ice skating, and sledding. Pick-up and tournament pond hockey games are plentiful. If you enjoy Mirror Lake in winter, don't forget to check it out in summer, too - it's a miraculous place year round.
Mirror Lake in winter
Mirror Lake is action-packed on a winter day — dog sleds cruise the snow-covered ice, pond hockey games fill the air with cheers, cross-country skiers and snowshoers explore the lake, and recreational skaters take advantage of wild ice.
Hockey
You wouldn't think it, but come winter, the beach is the place to be in Lake Placid! With space for pond hockey, it provides the perfect access for anyone looking to lace up their skates and hit the ice. The ice is free to use and open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week as long as conditions allow.
Toboggan chute
This 30-foot high converted ski jump trestle sends toboggans down an ice-covered chute onto Mirror Lake, where they can coast across the ice for more than 1,000 feet. Hours vary depending on weather conditions. The latest operational information can be found on the Toboggan's dedicated Facebook page. Heads up, this attraction is card only.
Dog sleds
Mush! When the ice is thick enough, join mushers and fun-enthusiasts for pure joy on Mirror Lake. Dog sled rides are a unique experience, and, best of all, don't require any reservations or pre-planning. You can walk right up and take a ride!