There is more than one way to see nature in the Lake Placid region, and if venturing into the backcountry on your own seems daunting we have just the thing for you. Beyond our downtown shops and restaurants you can follow walkways that plunge the depths of our deepest gorges, you can take a tour and cruise through — or above — the forest. Some of these adventurous activities are wheelchair accessible, some are guided, and all are a perfect way to see our natural beauty safely and with minimal time spent preparing for the day. 

If you're looking to get deeper into the Adirondack backcountry, hire one of our famous Adirondack guides. They'll make all of the preparations — you just need to show up and enjoy the adventure!

Leave No Trace and Love Your ADK

The magic of the Adirondacks is the result of previous generations taking a long view and protecting the mountains, lakes, and rivers within the Blue Line. That tradition continues today as we support and encourage everyone to practice Leave No Trace ethics, which help protect the lands and waters of the Adirondacks.

 

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High Falls Gorge
4761 Route 86, Wilmington
(518) 946-2278

High Falls Gorge is the Adirondacks' most breathtaking, year-round, 30 minute walk. Witness four majestic waterfalls cascading over rocks into a deep crevice carved a billion years ago, learn about all the natural wonders of the falls, grab a bite to...

  
Mountain Pass Lodge Hiking Center
31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid

The new hiking center at the Mountain Pass Lodge at Mount Van Hoevenberg provides hikers with the opportunity to regroup before or after a hike, and use front country amenities before heading off on the trail.

  
Bobsled Rides at the Olympic Sports Complex
220 Bobsled Run Road, Lake Placid
(518) 523-4436

There are few places on earth you can have an experience like this! Take on the exact same bobsled experience Olympic athletes get as you race down the track at speeds up to 50mph! You'll have one of our professional drivers and brakemen leading the...

  
Sky Flyer Zipline
5486 Cascade Road, Lake Placid
(518) 523-1655

Glide down the same flight path as ski jumpers and experience the exhilaration of flight on a unique zipline with unparalleled views. Venue: Olympic Jumping Complex. Open: Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, beginning May 27, 2022.

  
Cliffside Coaster
220 Bobsled Run Lane, Lake Placid
(518) 523-2811

The longest coaster in North America is designed like a bobsled track and puts visitors in the driver's seat. Riders control their speed through sharp corners and cliffside banks on a track that winds through pristine forests and offers stunning views.

  
Lake Placid Toboggan Chute
Mirror Lake, Lake Placid
(518) 523-2591

Open only in the winter, this 30-foot high structure sends toboggans down an ice-covered chute onto frozen Mirror Lake.

  
Adirondack Riverwalking & Forest Bathing
Lake Placid
(518) 637-2963

Slow down, unplug and immerse your senses in nature. Our experienced guides invite you through a series of brief ever-changing sensory activities to explore nature in the Adirondacks in new ways. Adirondack Riverwalking offers outdoor guided...

  
Discover Biathlon at Mt Van Hoevenberg
220 Bobsled Run Lane, Lake Placid
(518) 523-2811

Feel the rush of a biathlete as you test your marksmanship skills at the Mt Van Hoevenberg Cross Country and Biathlon Center. In the summer months, obviously you can't ski the trails without snow, but you can get heart racing —

  
Lake Placid Legacy Sites Passport
Lake Placid
(518) 523-1655

Embark on a memorable adventure as you explore the renowned Lake Placid Legacy Sites and indulge in our top-rated activities, all at an incredible value! This exclusive package is tailor-made for visitors looking to enjoy three or more activities...

  
Skating at the Olympic Oval
2634 Main Street, Lake Placid
(518) 523-1655

Skate circles around your friends and family on the same ice where Eric Heiden won an astounding five Olympic gold medals in 1980! The Olympic Skating Oval is one of the few outdoor rinks of its kind left in the country and it sits in the heart of the...

  
Scenic Tours with Adirondack Flying Service
27 Airport Lane, Lake Placid
(518) 523-2473

Adirondack Flying Service offers scenic air tours of the Lake Placid region and greater Adirondacks. Offerings include 20 & 45 minute tours, sunrise and sunset flights, and options for wedding proposal and other custom tours.

  
Mirror Lake - Winter
Lake Placid
(518) 523-9516

Lake Placid is a village in the mountains, and few things make that more evident than Mirror Lake. Sparkling in the winter snow, it beckon from behind the downtown buildings, as visitors and locals explore the frozen lake while taking in great views.

  
Mike Arnold Dog Sled Rides
On Mirror Lake, Lake Placid
(518) 323-7622