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Summer in Lake Placid your way

Invent your own perfect summer week

Sunshine means fun time! Exceptional in every season, Lake Placid is truly amazing in the summer. Home to a range of activities for all ages, Lake Placid is the spot for your perfect summer vacation. From tours to interactive experiences, from soaring to sliding, sunrise pedaling to sunset dining, let’s make this summer shine with the gold of a Lake Placid adventure.

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Sunshine, fresh air, and endlessly fun woods and waters

Your perfect summer is right here. Lake Placid abounds with stunning hiking, mountain biking, birding, paddling, golfing, and exploring! Whether you're just going for a casual nature walk or a 16-mile kayak trip, get outside and enjoy all that summer has to offer! Looking for solitude? Try hiking on a Wednesday morning! While everyone is busy at work, you could be enjoying quiet time in the woods.

The adventure doesn't stop when you emerge from the wilderness! There are unique events, attractions, and experiences accessible right from Main Street. There's too much to do for just one day, so stay awhile and enjoy everything this mountain town has to offer!

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The Perfect Summer

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There is so much to do in Lake Placid! From hiking and paddling, to exploring downtown and scaling Olympic heights, let's invent your perfect summer. 

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