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Lake Placid
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Perhaps it’s a walk around Mirror Lake, a round of golf, a concert in the park and dinner with friends or colleagues. Maybe it’s a morning hike up an Adirondack High Peak complete with a picnic lunch, followed by some leisure- ly shopping on Main Street, then sam- pling some local microbrews. It could be a day of cycling, a dip in the lake, and a visit to a spa, or an entire day spent reading in an Adirondack chair followed by a night of stargazing.
Sheltered in its magnificent Adirondack setting, Lake Placid invites all to select from a limitless menu of experiences to invent their own perfect day.
Take advantage of Lake Placid’s prox- imity to the outdoor adventures that the lakes and mountains provide through a combination of rocky summits, ancient timberlands and endless waterways.
From Lake Placid, it’s just a short drive to High Peak trailheads including Mt. Marcy, Algonquin Peak, Mt. Colden, Marcy Dam and Phelps. Shorter day
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hikes abound as well, such as the Peninsula Trails in Lake Placid and Mt. Jo, a family-friendly 2.3 mile loop with open summit ledges that provides some of the best views of the High Peaks - attained with a fairly easy hike.
Nearby Keene Valley is a popular access point for hiking in the High Peaks, as well, and includes trailheads for the Dix and Giant Mountain wilder- ness areas.
For those so inclined, the gneiss cliffs of the Adirondacks have been a rock climbing destination for decades. There are literally thousands of traditional rock climbs accessible, and many profes- sional guides are available, too.
The Adirondacks contain over 3,000 lakes and ponds, and more than 30,000 miles of streams feeding 6,000 miles of river.
These waterways provide miles of nav- igable flatwater and whitewater for out- door enthusiasts. These lakes, rivers and ponds, including Lake Placid and the nearby accessible and rambling Saranac chain of lakes, are perfect for canoeing and kayaking adventures.
Whether looking for extreme downhill trails, quiet country roads or Ironman training runs, this region is a must-ride destination for cyclists.
From Lake Placid, explore the nearby Lake Champlain region - long known for its rolling hills perfect for road biking.
Anglers are lured to cast a line into the famed West Branch of the Ausable River, the longtime fly-fisherman’s para- dise that is nationally recognized for its six miles of designated catch-and- release fishing. Lake Placid is known for its rainbow and lake trout, as well.
Local signature and historic golf cours- es offer some of the most breathtaking views of the mountains and lakes amid cedar-lined fairways and rolling greens.
Nearby attractions include natural won- ders such as High Falls Gorge, historic treasures like John Brown Farm, and Olympic venues.
Crafts by local Adirondack artisans, antiques, outdoor gear and designer clothing can be found in shops on a quaint main street that meanders along the edge of Mirror Lake.
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