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Top 21 Adventurous Things to Do in Lake Placid All Seasons – A Year-Round Outdoor Guide

Top 21 Adventurous Things to Do in Lake Placid All Seasons – A Year-Round Outdoor Guide

If you visited Lake Placid recently, arrive before dawn to claim a prime parking spot, check into a charming hotel, and stock up on clothing from a local outfitter; many shops offer used gear and flexible credit options to get you ready below the cold air. These ideas span forests, lakes, and alpine trails, letting you explore nature in every season. Expect sights like Mirror Lake reflections and snow-dusted pines that stay charming through the year. In winter, switch to snowshoes for a quick loop on Mount Van Hoevenberg trails, with hanging icicles along the pines; maintaining a steady pace, keep helmets handy for family safety, and warm up at a snack shop along the path. During warm months, kayak on Saranac Lake or paddle along the lakefront, ride the Adirondack Rail Trail by bike,...

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