Discover Lake Placid

Embrace Everything Lake Placid Has to Offer

No matter the season, there’s always something to do in Lake Placid. Year-round, our guests enjoy an abundance of ways to get outside and enjoy the Adirondack Park, experience new adventures at the area’s many attractions, and make new discoveries at our varied museums and historical sites.

Seasonal Activities + Regional Attractions

From exploring the Adirondacks when the weather warms to channeling your inner Olympian while exploring venues used during the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics, explore all the possibilities for things to do during your Lake Placid vacation.

Man holding a large, speckled brown trout with a river and trees in the background near High Peaks Resort

Adirondack Anglers

Adirondack Anglers provides expert-guided fishing adventures across Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Ausable River, and hidden ponds in the Adirondacks, ensuring unforgettable experiences with their knowledgeable and passionate staff.

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Adirondack Experience Museum

The Adirondack Experience offers more than 40,000 square feet of exciting exhibitions housed in 24 modern and historic buildings on a 121-acre campus. 

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Adirondack Foot Sanctuary

A sanctuary for your soul and your soles! Adirondack Foot Sanctuary provides an intimate gathering and cozy relaxation space where you can indulge, relax, and renew. The sanctuary specializes in foot soaks and lower leg and foot massage.

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Man playing golf at Whiteface Club with mountains and vibrant autumn foliage in the background near High Peaks Resort

Adirondack Golf

Craig Wood Golf Course offers a challenging round of golf in a spectacular setting.

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Adirondack Rafting Company

Whitewater rafting in the Hudson River Gorge is one of the top-rated paddling trips in the United States. This wet and wild full day rafting adventure (lunch included) will take your paddling crew through more than 15 miles of scenic Adirondack whitewater in the middle of the largest protected wilderness area in New York.

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Adirondack Rail Trail

Discover the Adirondack Rail Trail, a 34-mile scenic pathway offering breathtaking views and a rich journey through the heart of the Adirondack Park.

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Adirondack Riverwalking

Explore nature through unique, guided sensory experiences like riverwalking, forest bathing, lake & forest walking, and winter forest bathing. 

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View of Adirondack from a scenic flight near High Peaks Resort

Adirondack Scenic Flights

The day awaits you to explore the Adirondacks by air! Each scenic flight is a totally unique Lake Placid attraction in itself. 

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View of the canyon of Ausable Chasm near High Peaks Resort

Ausable Chasm

Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks; encompasses nature trails, scenic views, rafting, tubing, camping, and snowshoeing.

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Bike Lake Placid

At Bike Lake Placid, rent traditional or e-bikes, and enjoy amenities like picnic tables, fire pits, and more for a complete adventure experience.

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Birdwatching

The cast of birding characters in any location in the Adirondacks changes – sometimes gradually, sometimes abruptly – with the march of the seasons.

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Two people riding in a bobsled down a bright, icy track on a sunny day near High Peaks Resort

Bobsled Experience at Mt. Van Hoevenberg

Cruise down the track like the world-renowned athletes do. Reach speeds of up to 55 miles per hour. Zoom around sharp turns on the over a half-mile-long bobsled track. 

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Person cross-country skiing on a snowy path through a forest near High Peaks Resort

Cascade Cross-Country Ski Center

With 12 miles of cross-country ski trails, Cascade Ski Center is the perfect weekend adventure for the whole family. | Located 5.8 miles / 12 minutes from High Peaks Resort

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Cross-Country Skiing at Mt. Van Hoevenberg

The Olympic Cross Country ski trails of Mt. Van Hoevenberg have delighted individuals, couples, and families for over 35 years. 

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Skier in white gear carving through deep powder snow on Cunningham's Ski Barn, sunlit slope near High Peaks Resort

Cunningham's Ski Barn

Cunningham's Ski Barn, the oldest ski shop in North America, has a rich history dating back to 1909 and the preferred rental shop for High Peaks Resort. For High Peaks Resort guests, there's a special treat – a 10% discount on ski rentals at Cunningham's Ski Barn when you reserve your rental online. Enjoy the slopes and the Adirondacks with this exclusive offer!

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Woman in a helmet and goggles smiling while riding a wheeled luge sled on a track near High Peaks Resort

Discover Luge at Mt. Van Hoevenberg

This one-stop experience will help you discover the sport of Luge and provide a unique experience on the roller loops at Mt. Van Hoevenberg. 

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Biathlete aiming a rifle from a prone position on a snowy range with targets in the distance at High Peaks Resort

Discover Winter Biathlon

Mt. Van Hoevenberg's Discover Biathlon program combines cross-country skiing with rifle marksmanship, offering participants a comprehensive introduction to this unique sport. The experience includes a ski lesson, guided tour, and shooting instruction, making it suitable for all ages and skill levels.

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Ed Kanze, Naturalist and Adirondack Guide

Ed is a naturalist, author, and Adirondack guide with more than thirty years' experience leading walks in wild places. 

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Group navigating a challenging ropes course with planks and ladders high in a pine forest at High Peaks Resort

Experience Outdoors

Experience Outdoors offers a multitude of guided services and is the home of a zipline, high ropes, and archery course. A 10-minute drive from Main St. in Lake Placid, their facility is full of spectacular views, and experiences you will harness for a lifetime. Book online or over the phone for a guaranteed experience.

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Cascading waterfall next to a raised wooden walkway built into a rocky cliff near High Peaks Resort

High Falls Gorge

The Adirondacks' most breathtaking 30-minute walk includes hiking trails with stunning waterfall views, river walk, and snowshoe trails. Located 8.7 miles from High Peaks Resort.

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High Peaks Cyclery Mountain Adventure Center under a stunning starry sky near High Peaks Resort

High Peaks Cyclery

High Peaks Cyclery, a bike shop and sister business High Peaks Mountain Guides, offer comprehensive outdoor experiences for visitors to Lake Placid, NY, with a commitment to sustainability and responsible recreation.

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High Peaks Mountain Guides

High Peaks Mountain Guides offers year-round guided adventures and expert instruction in hiking, paddling, climbing, and more. Explore the Adirondacks with passionate local guides and experience the best of Lake Placid’s wild beauty.

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Exterior view of John Brown Farm State Historic Site by a small lake with a split-rail fence near High Peaks Resort

John Brown Farm State Historic Site

A state historic site at the home and final resting place of abolitionist John Brown. 

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near High Peaks Resort

John Dillon Park

Escape to the inclusive wilderness of John Dillon Park in Long Lake, NY, where accessible trails, tranquil lakes, and a commitment to environmental stewardship converge to offer a unique and immersive outdoor experience for all.

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Just Bead It

Just Bead It is a thriving bead shop in Lake Placid, NY, that offers a vast selection of high-quality beads, supplies, and accessories for jewelry makers, as well as a welcoming community of beading enthusiasts.

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Lake Placid 9er

Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a passionate explorer, the Lake Placid 9er is the perfect opportunity to push your limits and experience the unparalleled beauty of New York's wilderness.

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Performers at Lake Placid Center for the Arts near High Peaks Resort

Lake Placid Center for the Arts

The Lake Placid Center for the Arts is a year-round performing and visual Arts Facility dedicated to presenting and fostering quality arts, which inspire, enrich, educate and entertain people of all ages. 

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Exterior View of the Lake Placid Palace Theatre near High Peaks Resort

Lake Placid Palace Theatre

A locally owned vintage theater showing 1st-run movies on 4 screens in a circa-1926 building.

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Barnum Brook trail at the Paul Smiths Visitors Interpretive Center near High Peaks Resort

Paul Smiths Visitors Interpretive Center

The Paul Smiths Visitors Interpretive Center (VIC) is a nature center nestled in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. Boasting an extensive trail network, the center offers visitors of all skill levels the opportunity to explore the region's natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

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Pure Placid

Pure Placid in Lake Placid, NY, offers luxurious hand-crafted soaps, candles, and custom candle-pouring classes, inspired by the Adirondacks' natural beauty and tranquility.

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Rulf's Orchard

Experience the essence of community and local flavors at Rulf's Orchard in Peru, NY. Discover u-pick apple adventures amidst sun-kissed trees and savor homemade cider donuts, all while embracing the North Country's vibrant spirit.

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Sail Adirondacks

Experience the unique charm of the Adirondacks with SAIL ADKs' crewed sailboat charters, available at the tranquil Saranac Lake and the majestic Lake Champlain. Their fleet of classic sailboats offers an interactive and unforgettable sailing journey, whether mastering mountain lakes or exploring the open waters of Lake Champlain.

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Santa's Workshop at the North Pole

The forerunner of the modern-day amusement park, this children's theme park, and Christmas village has been welcoming visitors since 1949. 

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Sara-Placid Sled & Spoke

Sled & Spoke offers an unforgettable Adirondack snowmobiling experience with brand-new Polaris rentals and guided tours through scenic trails in Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and Lake Clear.

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Saranac Lake 6er

The Saranac Lake 6er challenge invites hikers to summit six Adirondack peaks surrounding Saranac Lake. Complete the climbs to earn your patch, official recognition, and unforgettable mountain views.

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Skating at the Olympic Center

The Lake Placid Olympic Center offers year-round skating on historic ice and engaging curling sessions for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're gliding on the James C. Sheffield Speed Skating Oval or trying curling for the first time, the Olympic Center provides memorable ice experiences in a venue rich with Olympic history.

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Ski Lessons at Whiteface Mountain

Whiteface Mountain offers a range of ski and snowboard lessons, including private, group, and adaptive options, ensuring a tailored experience for all ages, skill levels, and abilities. Led by certified instructors, these lessons focus on confidence, skill development, and creating an inclusive, supportive, and fun environment on the slopes.

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Skyride at the Olympic Jumping Complex

Stand alongside the ramp that ski jumpers launch themselves from before flying over the length of a football field. 

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Thunder Mountain Dog Sled Rides

Provides dog sled rides on scenic Mirror Lake through the Adirondack wilderness. Located on Main Street across from the High Peaks Resort.

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Toboggan Chute

The Lake Placid Toboggan Chute, located on Parkside Drive, adjacent to the Post Office, has been in operation since the 1960's. 

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Tucker Farms' Great American Corn Maze

Tucker Farms’ Great American Corn Maze offers a fun, family-friendly adventure through a unique themed maze each fall. Test your navigation skills and enjoy the beauty of autumn in the Adirondacks.

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Tupper Lake Triad

The Tupper Lake Triad features three family-friendly Adirondack peaks: Arab, Coney, and Goodman. Hike all three to earn your patch and celebrate with unforgettable views.

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Bottles arranged in the Uihlein Maple Research Forest near High Peaks Resort

Uihlein Maple Research Forest

The Uihlein Maple Research Forest in Lake Placid, NY, is a 200-acre site dedicated to maple syrup research and offers tours, workshops, and tastings.

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Whiteface Club & Resort Golf Course

Fully irrigated in 2005 this historical course is perched on the shores of beautiful Lake Placid offering a challenge on each and every fairway and green. 

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Whiteface Club & Resort Nordic Center

The center offers miles of groomed trails that wind through the beautiful and pristine wilderness of the Adirondacks.

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Whiteface Mountain Ski Center

With 85 trails, 3,166 vertical feet of skiing, and 5 high-speed lifts, Whiteface Mountain Ski Center offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels.

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Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway

The Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway offers a breathtaking and unforgettable experience, taking visitors on a scenic drive to the fifth-highest peak in New York state and providing them with panoramic views of the surrounding Adirondack Mountains from the summit.

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Wild Center

Where the wilderness comes alive." A natural history museum dedicated to the Adirondack Preserve and the rare relationship between the park and its communities. 

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Winter Recreation

Traversing the two-mile Mirror Lake Skating loop on ice skates makes for a great way to stay warm on a chilly winter's day. If you'd like to venture even further from town, Lake Placid boasts numerous woodland snowshoe and cross-country ski trails, and complimentary snowshoes can be borrowed from the High Peaks Resort Guest Services desk. However, you make our High Peaks your own, you're sure to warm up in front of a crackling fire with a hot chocolate or a Hot Toddy at Dancing Bears Restaurant. 

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Summer Recreation

Mirror Lake is a spectacular natural wonder to take in during a visit to Lake Placid year-round, so naturally, playing on Mirror Lake is heralded by guests as a must during a stay at High Peaks Resort. In the summer, use our complimentary paddling equipment, including kayaks, rowboats, stand-up paddleboards, and paddleboats to glide along its calm surface as the sun comes up, or paddle off into the sunset after a day of Adirondack adventures. Stay in the Waterfront Collection and step right outside onto the lake or enjoy the view from your private balcony. 

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Complimentary Yoga

Enjoy a complimentary 1-hour vinyasa flow class Saturdays this winter at 8 AM. Start your winter weekend with a warm vinyasa flow to warm up the body, mind and heart.  Wake up not only your physical body with an energetic flow to the themed playlist, but find your higher Self as you practice patience and surrender to stillness.  We end with a rewarding Savasana that will leave you with a genuine peaceful feeling to take with you throughout the rest of your stay.

*Please Note: Due to safety concerns, our boats and SUPs are only available for use if the water temperature in Mirror Lake is above 60 degrees. Therefore, our water equipment is typically available from mid-June until September 30. Please contact us or see the front desk with any questions regarding availability.