- TripBuzz found 42 things to do with kids in or near Lake Placid, New York, including 19 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Saranac Lake and Wilmington.
- From Olympic Ski Jump Complex to Boots & Birdies Miniature Golf, the Lake Placid area offers 61 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Hiking Trails, Historic Sites and Cross-Country Skiing.
- A small village in the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Placid, NY is located less than an hour south-west of Plattsburgh. Lake Placid is a prime location for a number of winter sports and recreation activities, which is why it has earned the honor of hosting two winter Olympics, a Winter Universiade, and the Goodwill Games.
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With a height of 2,876 feet, Mount Jo features 2 accessible loop trails, which have a total of 2.6 miles. Once on top of it, the hiker can enjoy the panoramic view of the High Peaks.
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George and Bliss Lane, just off Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid, NY 12946
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With the services of Lake Placid Marina & Boat Tours visitors are able to have an hour-long narrated tour along 16 miles of the lake. It is conducted in rain or shine weather during the warmer months once the lake has thawed.
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31 miles of trails run through Mount Van Hoevenberg. Whether for skiing in the winter, or for hiking in the summer, this mountain may worth the while for adults and children alike.
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164 votes
2 John Brown Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946
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The home and the final resting place of the abolitionist John Brown are found at the John Brown Farm State Historic Site. Trails and picnic areas are found in the park, while reenactments are played all around the year.
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There are actually several independent trails that compose the Brewster Peninsula Nature Trails. There are four separate trail paths and a central trailhead that can be used by hikers, bikers, horseback riders, and those who wish to enjoy a family outing or picnic.
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The Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum is dedicated to telling the story of the two Winter Olympic Games which took place in America, in 1932 and 1980. A cafeteria which serves breakfast and lunch is found on the site. The museum can also be rented for private events.
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17 Algonquin Dr., Lake Placid, NY 12946
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The Lake Placid Center for the Arts displays art shows in its galleries and films in its auditorium. Other activities include opera, book readings, festivals, ballet, orchestral arrangements, and exhibits of local artists.
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Located in the mountains near Lake Placid, Whiteface Golf Club offers an 18-hole course with a distinctive cloverleaf design for its greens and bunkers. They also feature tennis courts, a marina, and ski trails, among other amenities.
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The modern lodge of Cascade Cross Country Center houses rental facilities, a ski shop, bar, restaurant, large fireplace, and overnight accommodations. The trails for the center are spread over roughly 12 miles of groomed and wind protected areas.
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45 votes
88 Morningside Drive, Lake Placid, NY 12946
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The Lake Placid Club Golf Courses are a collection of four public golf courses known for being particularly beginner friendly. There are several restaurants and hotels within walking distance of each golf course.