Whiteface HighwaySky Flyer Zipline, Veterans’ Memorial Highway, Inline Skating Set to Open Summer Season

Lake Placid, N.Y. (May 15, 2025) – The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) is launching its summer and fall activities season with the opening of the Whiteface Veterans’ Memorial Highway on Friday, May 16. Additional early-season offerings include the Sky Flyer Zipline that opens on May 15, Discover Biathlon presented by Ariens at Mt Van Hoevenberg starting May 24 and the return of inline skating at the James C. Sheffield Speed Skating Oval on May 23.

The Summer 2025 Lake Placid Legacy Sites Passport will go on sale Monday, May 19, providing value and single admission access to experiences at all four Legacy Sites along with a 10 percent discount on shopping and dining at each location.

For the most up-to-date schedules, operational updates, and a full calendar of activities and events, visit venue websites prior to arrival.

Season Openings, Activities, Attractions and Events Summary

Whiteface Veterans’ Memorial Highway (Wilmington)

Whiteface Mountain (Wilmington)

  • Scenic gondola rides, hiking, summit yoga, and disc golf
  • Cloudsplitter Gondola opens daily from June 27 to Sept. 1; Friday through Sunday from September 5 through October 13
  • Events: Whiteface Region Uphill Races (June 7); Sky Run (July 12); Oktoberfest (September 27-28); WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series (October 3-5)
  • www.whiteface.com

Olympic Center (Lake Placid)

  • Inline skating at the James C. Sheffield Speed Skating Oval begins May 23 (weekends only through June; expanded hours in summer)
  • July through August: Daily public skating, curling, stick & puck sessions, and the High Peaks Farmers Market on Wednesdays
  • Events: Lake Placid Figure Skating Championships (June 19-21); Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships & International (July 27-31); U.S. Women's National Festival (August 3-9); U.S. Women’s U18 & Collegiate Series vs. Canada (August 13-16)
  • www.lakeplacidolympiccenter.com

Mt Van Hoevenberg (Lake Placid)

  • May 24 through September 1: Discover Biathlon presented by Ariens, Cross Country Biking, and Luge (Tuesday-Saturday)
  • June 5 through Aug. 7: Thursday Night Hustle – weekly community trail run/bike race
  • Ongoing: Free hiking access; XC biking for all levels, instructor led climbing (Tuesday-Sunday); after hours climbing (Monday-Wednesday); Legacy Tours (Wednesday-Sunday 9-3 on the hour, After July 1, Daily 9, 10:30, 12, 1:30, 3)
  • Cliffside Coaster: Open select weeks (check website for schedule posted daily)
  • Events: WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series (October 3-5)
  • www.mtvanhoevenberg.com

Olympic Jumping Complex (Lake Placid)

  • Daily Skyride and Sky Flyer Zipline: Thursday-Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – May 15-June 16, then open daily
  • Summer athlete training sessions (schedule TBD)
  • Events: Star-Spangled Ski Jump (July 5)
  • www.olympicjumpingcomplex.com

Belleayre Mountain (Highmount)

  • Belleayre Beach: Opens June 27 – Swimming, boating, hiking
  • Scenic Gondola Rides: June 27 through October 12
  • Summer Events: Mountain Jam Music Festival (June 20-22); Outdoor Movie Night “Wonka” (July 19); Outdoor Movie Night – “The Goonies” (August 23);  Free Music on the Belle concert series (Fridays, July 25 through August 29)
  • www.belleayre.com

Gore Mountain (North Creek)

  • Opening July 5 for summer activities: Scenic Skyrides, mountain biking, hiking, and disc golf
  • Events: American Jukebox Tour (July 19); Auto Showcase (August 9); Community Day (August 23); Food Truck "Fare" (September 13); Harvest Fest (October 11–12)
  • www.goremountain.com

The Olympic Authority operates the Lake Placid Legacy Sites — the Olympic Center, the James C. Sheffield Speed Skating Oval, the Olympic Jumping Complex, Mt Van Hoevenberg, and Whiteface Mountain — as well as Gore Mountain in North Creek and Belleayre Mountain in the Catskills. These year-round venues offer a wide range of outdoor recreation, family-friendly experiences, and a full calendar of events throughout the summer and fall.

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ABOUT THE OLYMPIC AUTHORITY 
Established in 1982, the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) was created by the State of New York to manage the facilities used during the 1980 Olympic Winter Games at Lake Placid. The Olympic Authority operates Whiteface, Belleayre, and Gore Mountains, Mt Van Hoevenberg, the James C. Sheffield Speed Skating Oval, the Olympic Jumping Complex, and the Olympic Center. As host to international, national, regional and local events, the Olympic Authority's venues are destinations and economic catalysts of the regions it serves.