About Lake Placid, NY

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Enjoy Whiteface all year long with great events, skiing, riding and mountain biking. This Olympic venue packs your day with thrills of speed and challenges even the most experienced riders. Dining on premises and don't miss a great gondola ride with a view at the top of Little Whiteface.

Great local shopping and even brand name retailers bring you great gifts and keepsakes for your lake placid experience. Grab some amazing olive oil from Saratoga Olive Oil Co., or make a custom T-shirt to remember you Lake Placid Vacation for years to come.

Drive up a stunning trek to the top of Whiteface Mountain where the stunning 360 degree view is second to none. Views of the Green Mountains of Vermont and our amazing Adirondack High Peaks await. Dining options are available. 

Mountains, Mountains, Mountains! Where to begin. There are so many amazing day hikes in our immediate area. Venture on to one of your 46 High Peaks or maybe just a stroll on the Peninsula or Jack Rabbit Trail to take a dip in Lake Placid's clean waters and streams. Our local Visitor Center on Main street can help guide you on your way.

Try your hand at local fishing holes like mirror lake, or the challenging Ausable River in near by Wilmington NY to try your hand at Fly fishing with a local guide. Make sure you have a permit for anyone over 12 obtainable at the North Elba Town hall located across from the Olympic Speed Skating Oval.

There are so many great dining options in Lake Placid. From Italian to Japanese, Mexican and amazing local BBQ scattered throughout the region. Most dining can be found on Main street but check out local hot spots and secrets like Jimmy's 21 and Lisa G's all walking distance from our vacation rentals.