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Lake Placid Welcomes the UCI Mountain Bike World Series, October 3-5, 2025

The UCI World Cup will return to Lake Placid and the trails of Mt Van Hoevenberg for its second year October 3-5, 2025. Over three days, the event will showcase the world’s top male and female mountain bikers competing in World Cup formats, including Cross-country Short Track (XCC), Cross-country Olympic (XCO), and — new in 2025 — Downhill (DHI). These high-adrenaline competitions will be a thrill for spectators, and Lake Placid will be the only U.S. stop on the 2025 World Series tour where you can see the racers in action! It's also one of just seven locations to host both Downhill and Cross-country racing during the same weekend! Learn more and get your tickets!

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Early October is a fantastic time to visit the Lake Placid region. Fall foliage is at its peak, bugs are all but gone, and temperatures are ideal for high-adrenaline adventure. With an epic event to center your travel around, it's the perfect excuse to make it a full vacation. Whether you're planning to come and do some mountain biking yourself, or just love spectating a global competition, Lake Placid will be THE place to be October 3-5.

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Stay in the heart of Lake Placid, just minutes from the competition, and soak up lakeside fall vibes with a vibrant downtown scene.

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Top Mountain Biking

Here for the UCI World Mountain Bike Series? Looking for the best places to ride? Discover the top 5 mountain biking networks, handpicked by our local community.

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Fall in Lake Placid

Fall is a beautiful time to visit Lake Placid. While you're here for the UCI Mountain Biking World Series, take time to enjoy the foliage and experience this special season in the mountains. From the trails to the dinner table, fall is infused in everything you'll experience.

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Area attractions

Between races, discover Lake Placid's many other excellent attractions! From other Lake Placid Legacy Sites to waterfall walks, historic sites, and more, you won't fit it all into a single visit, but explore as much as you can!

What to Do
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Your guide to Lake Placid

Gear up for the ultimate fall adventure when you get the Lake Placid travel guide. Find the best places to leaf peep, dine, hike, and more! With the guide, its easy to have a perfect day in Lake Placid.

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If the idea of mountain biking in Lake Placid's rugged wilderness has you itching to start pedaling, enter to win an exciting mtb adventure.

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Ticket Info

Learn more about tickets for the 2025 UCI World Cup in Lake Placid.

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Trail stewardship

Great trails require care. Our community is fortunate to have the Barkeater Trails Alliance (BETA), a member-supported, volunteer-driven, human-powered trail building and stewardship organization.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I camp?

Lake Placid offers great opportunities for camping, whether you pitch a tent or drive up in a van or RV, and staying in the great outdoors adds to the adventure of your UCI experience!

Please note that van and RV camping is not permitted at trailheads or in many of the area's parking lots. It's best to book a van or RV-specific site before you arrive.

New York State DEC Campgrounds

NYSDEC campgrounds offer convenient and affordable camping immersed in Adirondack nature. The following nearby campgrounds will be open:

Private Campgrounds

As of 09/18, the following local campgrounds still have available camping:
Where can I ride my mountain bike?

The area has several fantastic mountain biking trail networks! The following have been hand-picked by our local mountain bike community as must-rides while you are here for the UCI Mountain Bike World Series:
Where are e-bikes allowed?

The Adirondack Rail Trail allows class 1 e-bikes.
Where can I get my bike tuned or fixed while I'm in town?

There are a few bike rental and repair shops in both Lake Placid and Saranac Lake!
What other things can I do while I'm in town?

Lake Placid was home to two Olympics, and you can still visit all of the Legacy Sites! Walk down Main Street to do some shopping, and get out on Mirror Lake for a relaxing paddleboard or swim.
Where can I go to grab some snacks before mountain biking?

You could grab a sweet treat at one of the bakeries or coffee shops, and get some bars or other energy snacks at any of the gear shops!

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