Things to Do

Things to do? The real question is, what can’t you do while you’re here? From biking to sliding, don’t miss a minute of hiking, climbing and mountain coaster gliding. Run through the trees on our trails, then take to the rage for the perfect shot. Let the Olympic Magic take you on our one of a kind recreational experiences right here in Lake Placid.

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Cliffside Coaster

Ride the longest coaster in North America! The Cliffside Coaster follows the path of Olympic history. Our coaster puts you in the driver's seat of the 1980 Olympic Sliding Track for a ride where you control the speed through sharp corners, cliffside banks and long winding track. Experience the inspiring Olympic history of Lake Placid...

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Bobsled Experience

Come experience this one of a kind action sport for yourself! Cruise down the track like our world class athletes, reaching speeds of up to 50 miles per hour. Zoom around banked turns on our over half mile long track. You'll live the adventure, our Bobsled Experience in Lake Placid is one of the few...

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Climbing Center

The Climbing Center at Mt Van Hoevenberg is ready to cater to climbers of all levels and interests, with over 1500' of climbing space and a 30' top rope wall. Featuring 3 TruBlue auto belays and multiple lead options, a bouldering wall, and a traverse wall. All the gear you need includes shoes, harnesses, belay...

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Discover Mountain Biking

Mt Van Hoevenberg has some of the best learning terrain in the Adirondacks for first-time skiers and riders! Our professional instructors will guide you through your first experience to help you develop mountain biking skills and provide a unique perspective to the trails of Mt Van Hoevenberg. This complete learn-to mountain bike experience offers an...

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Discover Biathlon Summer

It began, they say, more than a century ago as a training exercise for Norwegian soldiers, which goes a long way toward explaining how cross country skiing and riflery met. The result is biathlon, the only sport that involves wax and led. Lake Placid is one of the few places you can experience this captivating...

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What is Luge, you ask? Luge is the French word for a sled, but this isn't just any sled ride. Hang on for the ride of your life! Our Discover Luge program introduces you to the sport of Luge in a fun, controlled environment on wheeled luge sleds. Our professional and Olympian instructors will guide...

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Mt Van Hoevenberg, named for Henry Van Hoevenberg. Our Mt Van Hoevenberg East Trail is one of the newest trails in the 6 million acres of Adirondack Park, built to the highest standard of sustainably, with bench cuts into the hillside. The trail will avoid erosion and keep you on its path. Naturally shedding water,...

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Are you ready to hit the trails? Take off on new adventures with over 50 km of trails at Mt Van Hoevenberg. You'll take the path less traveled, running through conifers stands and birch forests on wide and winding paths. Our trails are perfect for everyone, from first-time trail runners to our dedicated daily adventurous...

It's all about sport! Mt Van Hoevenberg focused on development at every level. Join in the fun with one of our winter or summer programs.

At Mt Van Hoevenberg we have the Lodge Café with a menu that is sure to please any type of eater, from vegan to burger fan, we have something for everyone. Upstairs we offer a full service bar with all your favorites on tap and custom Adirondack cocktails. Stop in while whether you're biking, hiking,...

We have you covered here at Mt Van Hoevenberg from head to toe! The Swix Concept Store is the only one of its kind in the country. They're not just about wax. This dynamic collection of Motion and Carbon is designed for skiing, running and roller-skiing. The Mountain Pass Mercantile is a great place to...

Upcoming Events

Sep 24

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Sep 25

Group of roller skiers competing in the Keys to the Castle race at Mt Van Hoevenberg in Lake Placid, NY.

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Castle Conquest

Sep 30

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Oct 1

Two man Bobsled team push on the push track at Mt Van Hoevenberg, Lake Placid, NY.

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USA Bobsled Push Championships

Oct 15

Runners on trails at Mt Van Hoevenberg, Lake Placid NY.

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Lake Placid Trail Challenge

Jan 12

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Jan 22

Drone view of MVH with athletes an lodge.

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Lake Placid 2023 FISU World University Games

Oct 22

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Oct 22

Skeleton athleat pushes sled on combined track in Lake Placid, NY.

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USA Skeleton Push Championships