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May 27, 2023
Saranac Lake, NY

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For small mountain towns, Saranac Lake and Lake Placid have plenty to do, from locally-owned and -operated scenic boat tours to scenic gorges and much more. There is plenty of space for relaxation here, but also for good, old-fashioned outdoor playtime. With so much outdoor adventure, great views, mountains, and lakes, activities are plentiful and plenty fun.

Lake Placid Olympic Ski Jumping

5486 Cascade Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946
, (518) 302-5919

Stand alongside the ramp that ski jumpers launch themselves from before flying over the length of a football field. Explore the site on our 8-person Skyride, a state-of-the-art pulse gondola, followed by a glass-enclosed elevator ending at the observation deck of the HS-128 meter jump.

The Olympic Center/Olympic Museum

2634 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY 12946
, (518) 523-1655

See some of the best artifacts from throughout Olympic history including highlights from the 1932 and 1980 Olympics here in Lake Placid. You'll find the Gallery in the Conference Center adjacent to the Olympic Center. Currently open 10AM - 5PM 7 days a week.

Top Scenic Hikes in the Adirondacks

Hit the Trails! Whether hiking the Adirondack High Peaks or enjoying a day trip to a summit - the beauty you will experience while hiking New York trails will take your breath away.

Lake Placid Shopping

From unique Adirondack keepsakes to outdoor outfitters, shopping in Lake Placid a fulfilling experience. The region is home to a host of creative local artisans specializing in everything from bath and body products made with Adirondack water to locally sourced vegan treats. Lake Placid shopping is where eclectic meets tradition.

Mirror Lake - walk, run, or paddle

Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid, NY 12946

Walk, Run or Paddle A 2.7 mile route around Mirror Lake in the center of Lake Placid. This is a flat, scenic loop that's perfect for as many laps as you like. You will be sure to pass runners, walkers, and cyclists on Lake Placid’s iconic “Central Park” route. Canoe, kayak, stand up paddleboard, or aqua bike across this gorgeous 128-acre, one-mile long lake.

Fun in Saranac Lake

Saranac Lake, NY

The natural scenery is a year-round attraction, but there's more to this mountain village than its mountains. Enjoy history with a self-guided tour of the village's unique "cure cottage" architecture, or join a walking tour that includes a stop in the Saranac Laboratory Museum. While you're downtown, visit the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation to learn all about one of the most fascinating mammals in the Adirondacks. Take a quick ride out of town to Paul Smiths, home of the Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center, an amazing location with trails through different habitats with interpretive signage.

Lake Placid Club Golf Courses

88 Morningside Drive, Lake Placid, NY 12946
, (518) 523-4460

The Lake Placid Club offers 45 holes of spectacular golf in the heart of the Adirondacks. Our award-winning courses offer a unique variety of golf for players of all abilities in a truly breathtaking setting. The Club is the only 45 hole golf club in the Adirondacks.

Ampersand Salon and Spa

100 Main Street, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
, (518) 891-6900

Named for the mighty and peaceful mountain overlooking Saranac Lake, our spa and salon offer both the personal essentials you’d expect of a high-end salon with the top-of-the-line spa treatments you’d dream of in an Adirondack spa hotel. Come in to look your best or to feel more relaxed and refreshed than you have in months.

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