Lake Placid Legacy Sites - Visit Olympic Venues in the Adirondacks

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Lake Placid has had the privilege of hosting two Olympic Winter Games, first in 1932, and again in 1980. The venues used for the Games are collectively known as the Lake Placid Legacy Sites, and include: Olympic Center, Olympic Jumping Complex, Mt Van Hoevenberg, and Whiteface Mountain.

Today, these venues continue to host visitors, events, and serve as a unique training grounds for many sports. They have undergone the biggest improvement projects to date, which were just showcased to the world as they hosted the 2023 Winter World University Games. Scroll down, explore, and let this page be your one-stop shop to plan your next visit.

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Experience activities at the four Olympic venues – Whiteface, Mt Van Hoevenberg, Olympic Jumping Complex, and the Olympic Center – for one discounted price.

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There is never a shortage of fun events and activities at the Legacy Sites! Use our planning calendar to make the most of your day and not miss a thing. Check out our online calendar for planning purposes and our downloadable weekly calendar, which provides a snapshot of everything happening this week.

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Fall Fun

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BeLEAF us when we say that fall is hands down one of the best times to check out the Sites. The summer hustle and bustle has faded away, the air is so refreshing, and the leaves put on a show that's hard to beat. Swipe to see some of the best ways to enjoy the Legacy Sites during this fleeting season.

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Veterans' Memorial Highway

A paved road rising over 2,300 feet in five miles from the Toll House to the summit of Whiteface at 4,867’. Along the way and on top you'll have gorgeous views spanning hundreds of miles. Plus on top is a castle, gift shop, food truck, and elevator!

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Hiking

From easy-breezy and quick hikes, to longer and steeper hikes, check out the trails descriptions at Mt Van Hoevenberg and Whiteface to see what type of hike you’re interested in doing!

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Sky Flyer Zipline

The Sky Flyer follows the HS 100 meter ski jump, emulating the flight of ski jumping at speeds up to 30 miles per hour. You’ll feel the exhilaration of an Olympian as you take flight!

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Cliffside Coaster

Ride the longest coaster in North America! The Cliffside Coaster puts you in the driver’s seat on the 1980 Olympic Sliding Track for a ride where you control the speed through sharp corners, cliffside banks and long winding track.

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Cloudsplitter Gondola

A fifteen-minute ride through awe-inspiring scenery, the Cloudsplitter transports visitors from the base of Whiteface to the peak of Little Whiteface for a viewing platform of the surrounding Adirondack Mountains and beyond.

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Skyride

Take a unique tour of a unique venue. Start on the scenic gondola and then take an elevator with glass windows to the top of the HS 120 ski jump tower for incredible views. Maybe you will even catch ski jumpers training!

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September 30 & October 1

Oktoberfest

Mark your calendars for the weekend-long, Bavarian-style celebration with authentic music, dancing, food and beer—rated one of the 5 Must-Visit Oktoberfests in North America by SKI Magazine!

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October 6 - 8

Flaming Leaves Festival

Get your fall groove on at the Flaming Leaves Festival with a variety of local color, live music, crafts, food and beer vendors and activities for the whole family, along with one of the premier ski jumping events of the season.

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Lake Placid Olympic Museum

The Museum is a treasure trove of history featuring interactive exhibits, innovative displays, and North America’s second largest Winter Olympic artifact collection.

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Whiteface

Oktoberfest

Dust off your lederhosen, and Whiteface will fire up the Oompah band for everybody's annual fall favorite, the Whiteface Mountain Oktoberfest!

Olympic Jumping Complex

Flaming Leaves Festival

The premier ski jumping event of the season, the FIS Continental Cup, with a variety of local color, music, crafts, food, and beer vendors, and activities.

Mt Van Hoevenberg

Cliffside Coaster

Ride the longest coaster in North America and control your own speed through sharp corners, cliffside banks and long winding track, enjoying the views along the way.

Olympic Jumping Complex

Sky Flyer Zipline

Experience the rush of ski jumping as you follow the path of the HS 100 ski jump on the Sky Flyer zipline, reaching speeds of almost 30 miles an hour.

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Season Passes

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Mt Van Hoevenberg

Winter is coming, purchase your Mt Van Hoevenberg Season Pass now!

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Whiteface

Don't be left out of a season of fun. Purchase your Whiteface Season Pass today!

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