For a place with so many high achievers, Lake Placid is surprisingly down to earth. Amid pristine natural beauty in the
Adirondacks, you’ll discover legendary hospitality, from the rustic
Adirondack Loj to luxury resorts like
Whiteface Lodge. This stylish yet friendly village also served as host to two sets of Olympic Winter Games, 1932 and 1980.
You can see historic highlights, athletes' uniforms and equipment at the
Olympic Museum and Hall of Fame. A chairlift ride to take in the view from the top of the
Olympic Jumping Complex (offered year round) will give you a whole new perspective on ski jumping. If you crave more
active adventure, how about a white-knuckle, 50-mile-an-hour bobsled run (also year round) at the
Olympic Sports Complex? After you stop shaking, you'll be very proud to show off your complimentary bobsled lapel pin.
In summertime, you can play a round of golf on one of Lake Placid’s signature courses, kayak, swim, or hike the trails to the high peaks. Take a relaxing ride on the
Adirondack Scenic Railroad or take in a concert during the
Mirror Lake Inn's music series. Walk to shops and galleries along Main Street to find antiques, fashionable sportswear, and Adirondack crafts.
In winter, bundle up for a star-lit dogsled ride across the lake, ice skating at the
Olympic Oval, a cross-country ski trek or other
winter sports and
adventures in the snow.