Olympic Legacy Sites Where Miracles Are Made! There is never a shortage of fun events and activities at the Legacy Sites! Whether you’re looking for adrenaline rushing activities, leisurely scenic attractions, or anything in between, the Lake Placid Legacy Sites offer unique and unparalleled experiences for all ages and abilities. Did [...]
Join the celebration of Mother’s Day weekend in the Adirondacks with a scenic and family-friendly running event in Lake Placid! The Mother’s Day 5K & 10K offers runners of all levels a chance to enjoy the beauty of the Adirondack Rail Trail, with both distances featuring an out-and-back course that highlights the natural surroundings [...]
May Hikes As temperatures begin to raise for spring and early summer, lower elevation hikes remain a great option for staying active. As temperatures begin their gradual rise in preparation for the summer, the adventure of hikes doesn't have to wait until hot weather. In fact, May offers a unique opportunity for [...]
Azure Mountain Hike This moderate hike offers gorgeous views, including wildlife. It is included on the Adirondack Fire Tower Hiking Challenge. The hike up Azure Mountain is fairly short – just .9 miles to the summit for a 1.8 total out and back hike – and is rated as moderate. If you're [...]
Pond Skimming at Whiteface Saturday, April 11, 2026 A sure sign of spring in the Adirondacks, the annual pond skimming event is set to return to Whiteface Mountain on Saturday, April 11, 2026. This popular end-of-season tradition invites skiers and snowboarders to attempt a daring glide across a water-filled pond, combining skill, [...]
The Saranac Lake Winter Carnival begins Friday, February 3, 2023 and the theme is “Roman Around Carnival.” Running ten days until February 12th, you can find something for everyone to enjoy!
Dine like the locals do with take out or dine-in at Lake Placid's #1 Sports Bar. Their menus offer the juicy hamburgers, hot sandwiches, and delicious wings and their kitchen is open until 2:30am. Happy Hour is 3-7pm M-F, with a large selection of craft beer, daily drink specials, live music, live DJ, large dance floor, [...]
Arts Center Lake Placid Explore the Arts – October 2025 Explore the breathtaking beauty of Adirondack Park while taking in some of the highest caliber arts programming around. Since 1972, the Arts Center has presented programming of the highest caliber amidst the stunning backdrop of the Adirondack Park. We’re currently renovating our [...]
The World's Most Beautiful Winter Wonderland "This Upstate New York Village Was Just Named The World's Most Beautiful Winter Wonderland" —The Travel Lake Placid is one of the most established and enjoyable winter playgrounds in the United States, with a walkable downtown where you’re never far from nature. Home to two Winter Olympics games [...]
Alpine Skiing & Snowboarding The Adirondack Region is an ideal winter destination for alpine skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts looking to challenge themselves on the slopes while surrounded by picture-perfect scenery. Home to some of the highest peaks in the northeast, the Adirondacks are ideal for downhill skiing and snowboarding adventures. A stunning [...]
