Local Favorites & Adirondack Adventures
EXPLORE CLOSE TO HOME
Many attractions and trails are seasonal. Please check current hours, weather and trail conditions before leaving.
Close to the Lodge
Whiteface Mountain - Skiing and snowboarding in winter; scenic gondola rides, hiking, disc golf and events in warmer months. Website
High Falls Gorge - A scenic 60-90 minute walk past four waterfalls using maintained paths, bridges and walkways. Seasonal; admission required. Website
Cobble Lookout - A rewarding beginner-friendly hike: approximately 2.4 miles round trip with broad Ausable Valley views. Website
Hardy Road / Beaver Brook Trails - About nine miles of shared hiking and mountain-biking loops, with routes from easy to challenging. Trail map
Wilmington Flume Trails - A varied hiking and mountain-biking network with connections toward Whiteface. Watch for shared-use trail signs. Trail map
Lake Everest & Wilmington Town Beach - A relaxed seasonal stop for swimming, paddling, fishing or a picnic along the Ausable River. Area information
More Hikes & Outdoor Adventures
Silver Lake Bog Preserve - A quiet half-mile boardwalk that connects to a natural trail and scenic bluff above Silver Lake. Website
Owen, Copperas & Winch Ponds - A moderate natural trail between Wilmington and Lake Placid. Many hikers turn around at Copperas Pond. Website
Rocky Peak Ridge - A strenuous High Peaks outing for experienced, properly equipped hikers only. Research the full route and DEC advisories. DEC guidance
Jackrabbit Trail - A regional route best known for backcountry cross-country skiing. Conditions and difficulty vary by section. Website
Explore the Lodge Property - Enjoy our private trails when conditions permit. Remain on marked routes and use the property trail map.
SIGHTSEEING, OLYMPIC SITES & DAY TRIPS
Scenic & Family Favorites
Ausable Chasm - Gorge walks and hiking plus seasonal rafting, tubing, climbing, rappelling and guided adventure experiences. Website
Santa's Workshop - A nostalgic Christmas-themed family park with Santa, rides and shows. Dates and offerings vary by season. Website
John Brown Farm - A historic home and burial site with peaceful grounds, walking paths and High Peaks scenery. Website
Lake Placid & Olympic Experiences
Olympic Legacy Sites - Four venues - Whiteface, Olympic Center, Olympic Jumping Complex and Mt Van Hoevenberg. Compare individual tickets with the Legacy Sites Passport. Website
Mt Van Hoevenberg - Olympic history, seasonal cross-country skiing and biking, indoor climbing, tours and the Cliffside Coaster. Website
Olympic Jumping Complex - Take the Skyride and elevator to the observation deck; demonstrations and events run on select dates. Website
Olympic Center & Museum - Explore Lake Placid's Olympic history and check the schedule for skating, hockey and special events. Website
Mirror Lake & Main Street - Walk the lake, shop and dine; enjoy seasonal swimming and paddling or winter skating and tobogganing. Website
Worthwhile Day Trips
The Wild Center - Tupper Lake - Live animals, hands-on science exhibits, outdoor trails and the elevated Wild Walk. Excellent for families. Website
Adirondack Experience - Blue Mountain Lake - A large indoor-outdoor museum campus devoted to Adirondack history, art and recreation. Website
Great Camp Santanoni - Newcomb - A historic Great Camp reached by a five-mile non-motorized road. The outing is about ten miles round trip. Website
WHERE TO EAT
Restaurant schedules change frequently between seasons. Please check the linked website and reserve ahead on weekends, holidays and during ski season.
Closest to the Lodge
Ice Jam Inn - Upper Jay - Creative, elevated comfort food in a historic inn, with vegetarian and vegan choices. Reservations recommended. Website
Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe - Upper Jay - A convenient local choice for coffee, baked goods, breakfast and lunch. Website
Monday Tuesday Grill - Upper Jay - Casual prepared meals and takeout, including rotating vegetarian selections. Website
NewVida Preserve - Jay/Wilmington - A restored Adirondack lodge offering global cuisine, a craft bar and live music on select dates. Website
Wilmington Favorites
The Hungry Trout & HT Tavern - Choose riverside Adirondack dining upstairs or a more casual tavern experience downstairs. Website
Twisted Raven - A relaxed tavern with pub food, drinks and an easy apres-ski atmosphere. Website
Up a Creek - Approachable American food and a convenient stop after skiing, hiking or sightseeing. Website
Whitebrook Dairy Bar - A classic seasonal stop for casual food and ice cream. Confirm that it is open before visiting. Website
Lake Placid Favorites
Salt of the Earth Bistro - An intimate, creative dinner and one of the strongest special-occasion choices. Reservations encouraged. Website
Top of the Park - Small plates, cocktails and Mirror Lake views - ideal for drinks, shared plates or a date night. Website
Big Slide Brewery - House-brewed beer and a scratch kitchen with clearly identified vegetarian and vegan choices. Website
The Cottage - Casual dining directly on Mirror Lake with one of the prettiest views in town. Website
Lisa G's - Lively comfort food with globally influenced flavors and vegetarian-friendly options. Website
Big Mountain Deli & Creperie - An extensive sandwich and crepe menu with easy vegetarian customization. Website
Emma's Lake Placid Creamery - A fun Main Street stop for ice cream, milkshakes, desserts and hot chocolate. Website
Best Vegetarian-Friendly Picks
Also consider - Forty Six in Keene, Green Goddess and Origin Coffee in Lake Placid, plus Ice Jam Inn, Salt of the Earth, Big Slide and Big Mountain Deli. Forty Six
LOCAL MARKETS, BREWERIES & SHOPPING
Farmers Markets & Farm Stops
Sugar House Creamery - Upper Jay - The closest farm stop for artisan cheese and other regional provisions. Open year-round on select days. Website
Keene Farmers' Market - Marcy Field - Produce, meat, cheese, bread, prepared food, flowers and crafts. Sundays, 9 AM-2 PM, May 24-Oct. 11, 2026. Website
Lake Placid Farmers' Market - At the Olympic Speed Skating Oval. Wednesdays, 9 AM-1 PM, July 1-Sept. 2, 2026; no market July 15. Website
Keene Winter Farmers Market - Local food, baked goods, art and crafts. Sundays, 10 AM-1 PM, Oct. 18-Dec. 20, 2026 at Keene Arts. Website
Green Goddess Natural Market - Lake Placid - A useful year-round alternative for produce, natural groceries, prepared foods and vegan-friendly provisions. Website
Breweries & Tasting Rooms
Big Slide Brewery - Lake Placid - Award-winning house beer and a full restaurant suitable for mixed groups. Website
Lake Placid Pub & Brewery - A long-running local brewpub near Mirror Lake, known for Ubu Ale and casual pub fare. Website
Prison City Brewing Taproom - Lake Placid - A Lake Placid taproom from the award-winning Auburn brewery. Website
The Boat Tasting Room - Lake Placid - A convenient Wood Boat Brewery tasting room for guests exploring downtown. Website
Ausable Brewing Company - Keeseville - A relaxed farm brewery that pairs well with an Ausable Chasm outing. Website
Antiques & Adirondack Shopping
Log Cabin Antiques - Lake Placid - Rustic antiques and Adirondack finds, with a salvage area behind the shop. Map
Adirondack Store & Gallery - Lake Placid - Regional furniture, art, decor and gifts. Website
Arts & Antiques - Au Sable Forks - A local antique stop with limited hours; confirm before making a special trip. Map
Wildwood Arts & Antiques - Tupper Lake - Art, vintage pieces and Adirondack collectibles - an easy addition to a Wild Center day trip. Website
Please drive responsibly. Rideshare service is limited in the Adirondacks, so arrange transportation in advance when planning an evening out.