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Spa at Mirror Lake Inn
Ollie #1 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
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Mount Van Hoevenberg
Ollie #2 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Mount Van Hoevenberg is the starting point for 31 miles of beautiful cross-country trails that have seen both Olympic and World Cup competition.
Attraction type  Cross-country Ski Areas
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Bobsled and Luge Complex
Ollie #3 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
4.5 of 5 stars 74 reviews
Take an exhilarating ride on a bobsled at this former event site for the 1980 Winter Olympic Games.
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields; Sports Complexes
Distance  7.9 km from city centre
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Olympic Ski Jump Complex
Ollie #4 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Owner description: Visitors to this year-round training and competition site can watch daring ski-divers, or take an elevator to a platform to see how high Olympic...... more » Owner description: Visitors to this year-round training and competition site can watch daring ski-divers, or take an elevator to a platform to see how high Olympic skiers jump. « less
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields; Sports Complexes; Lookouts
Distance  2.0 km from city centre
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Adirondack Equine Center
Ollie #5 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Owner description: While visiting the Adirondacks and Lake Placid be sure to include horseback riding for one of your most memorable of your vacation activities. Family...... more » Owner description: While visiting the Adirondacks and Lake Placid be sure to include horseback riding for one of your most memorable of your vacation activities. Family run, we offer the gentlest horses in the area and unlike most stables we keep them through retirement. We also run a Horse Rescue, and most of our horses came from auctions and other, unfortunate circumstances. Rides are approximately 45-50 minutes with an additional instructional lesson prior to the ride to help you familiarize yourself with how the horses have been trained and answer any questions you may have. Longer rides available for year 2012. SEI certified helmets provided. Children and Family friendly. We are an easy drive from Saranac Lake, Keene, Wilmington, Plattsburgh, and Essex areas. Walking distance from Main Street in Lake Placid. « less
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
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Lake Placid Speedy Spa
Ollie #6 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  2.8 km from city centre
Goose Watch Winery
Ollie #7 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries
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Jack Rabbit Trail
Ollie #8 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Cross-country Ski Areas
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
Mount Jo
Ollie #9 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Mountains
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John Brown Farm State Historic Site
Ollie #10 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: This National Historic Landmark and New York State Historic Site contains the home and final resting place of the Underground Railroad conductor and...... more » Owner description: This National Historic Landmark and New York State Historic Site contains the home and final resting place of the Underground Railroad conductor and insurrectionist, who moved here in an attempt to establish a community of freed slaves and abolitionists. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  2.3 km from city centre
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Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum
Ollie #11 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
3.5 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Revisit the "Miracle on Ice" or Sonja Henie's triumph, then discover the stories of many lesser known athletes of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics.
Attraction type  Speciality Museums; Sports Complexes
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Brewster Peninsula Nature Trails
Ollie #12 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  2.5 km from city centre
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Whiteface Golf Club
Ollie #13 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  3.9 km from city centre
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Lake Placid Club Golf Courses
Ollie #14 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
3 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: 45 Holes of Championship Golf - Links Course, Mountain Course, & Pristine 9. The Lake Placid Club Links course was designed in 1909 by the renowned...... more » Owner description: 45 Holes of Championship Golf - Links Course, Mountain Course, & Pristine 9. The Lake Placid Club Links course was designed in 1909 by the renowned Scottish architect Seymour Dunn. Dunn remained true to his origins, and the Links course represents Scottish Links style golf at its best with bunker-laden fairways, native fescue, and large undulating greens. The Lake Placid Club Mountain course was laid out in 1910 by Alexander H. Findlay who immigrated to the U.S. from Scotland in the early 1880's and became one of the pioneers of golf in America. In 1931 the course was remodeled by Alister MacKenzie, designer of Augusta National – the home of "The Masters". With smaller greens and more tree-lined fairways, this course begs for the straight shot. The engaging design takes full advantage of the scenic vistas and will appeal to players of all levels. It is quite simply the essence of "mountain golf". Pristine 9 Executive Course - A little slice of golf heaven with 7 par 3's and 2 par 4's. The par threes range from 90 to 200 yards in length and have small undulating greens while the par 4's are reachable at 260 and 270 yards, eagles are rare, and birdies fly away with frequent three putts. Moose are known to frequent the Pristine 9 as they love to go for a dip on Hole 7 where the tee shot requires a carry over a pond. Typical round takes about an hour and a half, so it makes for family fun or a quick getaway for lunch on the run. Spectacular Weddings and Special Events: Overlooking the Historic Lake Placid Club Golf Courses, the Golf House offers the most beautiful view of the High Peaks in the Adirondacks. With an open-beamed ceiling, a massive stone fireplace & magnificent antler chandeliers, your Lake Placid special event at our Golf House is the epitome of an Adirondack experience. If you prefer the outdoors the covered pavilion attached to the Golf House gives you the best of both worlds...outdoor feeling while protected from the elements. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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Adirondack Scenic Railway
Ollie #15 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
3 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Craig Wood Golf Course
Ollie #16 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  2.0 km from city centre
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High Peaks Information Center
Ollie #17 of 19 attractions in Lake Placid
3 of 5 stars 3 reviews
For your next trip to the Adirondacks, stop in here for maps, guides, hiking equipment and camping supplies.
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  7.9 km from city centre
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Balanced Bodywork
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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St. Eustace Episcopal Church
Attraction type  Churches/ Cathedrals
Distance  3.8 km from city centre
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