Looking to experience more of what the Olympic Village of Lake Placid, New York USA has to offer Race Weekend? Here are of some of our favorite local summer activites....
The Lake Placid Marathon Is The #2 "Destination Race" in the USA! (Runner's World Magazine, January 2010)
Here are some of the reasons why:
1. Boat Trip on the crystal clear waters of Lake Placid lake via Lake Placid Marina Boat Tours - view historic Adirondack Great Camps.
2. Scenic Drive Up Whiteface Mountain – on Whiteface Memorial Highway - incredible views of our High Peaks Region.
3. Need for Speed: Summer Bobsled Rides at Mt. Van Hoevenberg Olympic Complex - a thrill for all ages!
4. Elevator Ride To Top Of the 120 Meter Olympic Ski Jump - great views from the upper Chalet & viewing platforms of Cascade, Porter, Pitchoff Mtns and dozens more.
5. 30 Minute Power Walk Around Mirror Lake in the heart of the Olympic Village - with a cup of coffee in hand.
6. Summer Gondola Ski Lift Ride Up Whiteface Mountain – http://www.WhiteFace.com. Yes, you can mountain bike back down the steep grassy ski slopes of this Olympic Alpine Mtn.
7. Three Hour Hike To Marcy Dam Lake In The Center Of The Adirondack High Peaks - start at the historic ADK Lodge (a.k.a Loj) OR just relax at the wonderful Loj along the shores of Heart Lake.
8. Tee Time: Golf On The Historic Alister MacKenzie Golf Course - ranked a top golf course in the region. Views, views, views. Numerous additional golf courses within a 20 minute drive.
9. Summer Indoor Skating at the Olympic "Miracle on Ice" Skating Complex in downtown Lake Placid. "Do you believe in Miracles"?
10. Catch & Release: Fly Fishing On The Ausable River...One Of The Top Streams In North America - our local Orvis Shop can provide tips or guide service.
All activities are located within 20 MINUTES of Lake Placid!
For more information go to the Essex County Visitor's Bureau at http://www.LakePlacid.com
VIEW the START of the 2009 Races Here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlnSsJjQkBA