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Lake Placid, New York. Imagine your perfect fall getaway: crisp autumn mornings, crunchy foliage covered trails, reds and yellows in the distant peaks, pristine lakes and ponds, and a gorgeous town in the heart of it all. That's Lake Placid.
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Learn about the history, geography, and attractions of Lake Placid, a village in the Adirondack Mountains that hosted two Winter Olympics. Find out how Lake Placid became a resort for the wealthy, a filming location, and a site of the famous "Miracle on Ice" hockey game.
- Olympic Sites. Lake Placid is gorgeous all year-round, but it's particularly popular in the winter, and has been for more than a century. In fact, Lake Placid became the winter sports capital of America when it hosted the Winter Olympics in 1932, and then again in 1980.
- Whiteface Mountain. Overlooking Lake Placid is one of the tallest peaks in New York State, and one of its most prominent ski destinations – Whiteface Mountain.
- High Falls Gorge. One thing you can count on in Lake Placid is that you'll never lack for outdoor things to do. High Falls Gorge is one of the most beautiful spots in all of the Adirondacks.
- Mirror Lake. The village of Lake Placid sits on Mirror Lake, so in many ways this is the focal point of the entire community. It will be obvious at first sight.
Two-time host of the Winter Olympics, Lake Placid is more than a winter wonderland. Discover the year-round shopping, dining, and fun in this Adirondack village.
Enjoy unparalleled outdoor recreation in the High Peaks, ski the greatest vertical drop in the east at Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, discover New York's history at sites like John Brown Farm, or simply relax by the lake as the sun sets.