Independent in Lake Placid

Known for being scenic and family-friendly, the Lake Placid neighbourhood offers many convenient options for restaurants and bars. In addition to its friendly people, the neighbourhood has many charming qualities. Many visitors come to bask in its beautiful outdoor settings, namely the mountains and lake. With hotels to suit everyone's tastes, Lake Placid serves as a good starting point for exploring the greater Ray Brook area.

Sightseeing around Lake Placid

Attractions like Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum, Lake Placid Center for the Arts, and Pendragon Theatre can be part of your cultural tour. Notable landmarks include John Brown Farm State Historic Site, Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station, and Bartok Cabin. Create some family memories at Santa's Workshop.

Shopping, skiing, and hiking are a few popular activities in the area. Olympic Jumping Complex, Olympic Sports Complex, and Olympic Center are great places to catch a game or event. Head up the mountain to Cascade Cross Country Ski Center, Mount Van Hoevenberg Cross Country Ski Area, or Whiteface Mountain. Soak up some sun at Wilmington Town Beach. An enjoyable day at the park is awaiting you at Adirondack Equine Center, Mirror Lake, or Brewster Peninsula Nature Trails. A visit to Craig Wood Golf Course, Mount Jo, or Lookout Mountain Triple won't disappoint either.

One of the most popular attractions in the area is the Lake Placid. Boots and Birdies, Lake Flower, and Saranac Laboratory Museum are other must-sees.

Getting around Lake Placid

Lake Placid is 23.8 km (14.8 miles) from the airport in Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional). Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) is the next closest airport, 63.7 km (39.6 miles) away.