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Lake Placid is a village of 2,400 people (2019) in the Adirondack Mountains in Essex County, New York , near the center of the town of North Elba and named after an adjacent lake.
While the village is a year-round resort, it is most known as the site of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics . In a 1980 USA-USSR hockey game, the "Miracle on Ice," a group of American college students and amateurs upset the heavily-favored Soviet national ice hockey team 4-3. Two days later, they won the gold medal.
Lake Placid hosts a Winter Olympics summer training facility where one can watch sports like ski jumping, aerial jumping and figure skating. The town is charming and fun for the outdoorsy and/or adventure-spirited.
Lake Placid is about 5 hours from New York City and 2 1/2 hours from Montreal . From Interstate 87 take Route 9N and follow the signs.
The Lake Placid Airport serves only charter and scenic planes. The closest domestic airport is Adirondack Airport ( SLK IATA ) in Saranac Lake . Plattsburgh is international in name only (no scheduled international flights); the nearest international airports are Albany , Burlington , and Montreal .
While it is easy to get around downtown on foot (arguably preferable, in fact, given the frequent traffic snarls on Main Street), and there is a free trolley service along the lake, you'll need a car to see any of the nearby area.
To get out onto the lake, short-term (one hour) boat rental is available.
Lake Placid is in the Adirondack Park, the largest state park east of the Mississippi River. It is home to 46 High Peaks, all of which rise above 4000 feet, and many of which can be viewed simultaneously from the summit of many of the neighboring mountains. On a clear day it is possible to see Vermont, New York, and Canada from the summit of Whiteface Mountain, which is located adjacent to Lake Placid.
Most visitor-targeted restaurants can be found on Main St. along the lake front. More local options are on Highway 86 and 73 on either ends of town.
There are several bars right along the main strip of the town.
There are numerous resort hotels located in town as well as bed and breakfasts in the surrounding area. If a longer stay is desired, various condominiums and timeshare plans are available as well.
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The Cliffside Coaster in Upstate New York was originally used during the 1980 Olympic winter games in Lake Placid.
Come fall, there's nothing quite as cool and thrilling and as riding the longest outdoor mountain roller coaster in the country, which is now open for the season at Mt. Van Hoevenberg in Upstate New York.
A truly remarkable feat of engineering, the Cliffside Coaster, as the attraction built like a bobsled track is called, has been spinning ticket holders all around a 1.4-mile-long Olympic sliding track since 2020. The ride was actually originally used during the 1980 Olympic winter games in Lake Placid: it was part of the bobsledding competition. What's more, the experience, which takes about eight minutes from start to finish, also boasts a timing and audio system that has participants feel like they're actually part of that Olympic event.
One more thing: just like you would when bobsledding, you are actually able to control your speed when turning while on the ride.
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“The views are amazing, and the curves get your heart pounding,” Olympic Regional Development Authority President & CEO Mike Pratt said in 2020. “ Everyone will feel like they deserve a medal.”
In addition to the adrenaline rush, riders constantly talk about the beauty involved in seeing the gorgeous fall leaves all around you while speeding through the course.
Considering that the famous Cyclone rollercoaster in Coney Island is still closed indefinitely due to some well-founded safety concerns, this might actually be the very best coaster in the New York area currently in operation.
The Cliffside Coaster is open daily 10am to 5pm, Given the popularity of the ride, we suggest you snag tickets for it before you visit. You can buy those right here . Happy fall, New York!
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The bus trip from Southfield to Lake Placid is about 779 miles long. The quickest trip with Greyhound takes 22 hours 20 minutes.
The Southfield to Lake Placid bus starts from $115.99. Booking in advance, whether on the app or website, is the best way to get the most affordable bus travel. If you book online, you can choose to pay with a debit card or credit card on the Greyhound app or website. If you prefer, you can also pay in person with cash.
You can track the status of your Southfield to Lake Placid bus using Greyhound's bus tracker . With this tool, you can see the real-time location of your bus and get updates on its departure and arrival times.
Traveling by bus from Southfield to Lake Placid with Greyhound is a convenient and environmentally responsible choice, as bus travel reduces traffic and emissions compared to traveling by car.
When traveling on the bus from Southfield to Lake Placid with Greyhound, you can bring one carry-on bag with you (maximum 25 lbs, 16x12x7 inches). You can store one bag under the bus for free, and if you have a Flexible fare, the second bag stored under the bus is also free. You can also carry additional or bulky baggage for a supplementary charge. You can reserve extra baggage while booking your ticket on our website or app. Alternatively, you can add bulky items later through the 'Manage My Booking' section. If your departure is from a location with Greyhound personnel, you can book and pay for your extra luggage there. For more information, please refer to our baggage policy page here .
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Greyhound buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts to assist passengers using wheelchairs or mobility scooters. Each bus has space for two passengers with these devices. It's recommended to book your bus from Southfield to Lake Placid in advance to ensure a spot. If you'd like to transfer to a regular seat, our drivers will stow your device for you. Service animals are also welcome on board our buses. For further details on accessibility and service animal policies, please check this link .
Greyhound runs up to 2 rides per day from Southfield to Lake Placid. You can search for your preferred departure date and check the schedule using the search bar above.
Yes, on this website you can book both Greyhound and FlixBus tickets from Southfield to Lake Placid. You can check both the Greyhound and FlixBus ride schedules once you select your departure city, destination city, and desired trip date.
The last Greyhound bus to Lake Placid from Southfield leaves at 11:40 pm.
Onboard services available on Greyhound buses from Southfield to Lake Placid include free Wi-Fi for all passengers, personal power outlets near every seat, reclining leather seats with footrests, extra legroom, overhead storage, and an on-board restroom.
The first Greyhound bus to Lake Placid from Southfield leaves at 2:10 pm.
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The UCI Mountain Bike World Series is coming to Lake Placid September 27-29! Make this epic international event part of an even bigger adventure for you and your friends or family when you camp out to spectate! For this special event, the Lake Placid Airport will offer camping accommodations for vans and RVs, and the location couldn't be more convenient. You'll be situated between the venue, Mt Van Hoevenberg , and Main Street Lake Placid. And, when you bring your rig, you can bring your own bikes and outdoor gear to get in on the action!
Camping will be offered in the parking lot of the Lake Placid Airport from September 26-30.
If you have questions about camping amenities please call the airport at 518-523-2473
Campsites MUST be booked online you can book your campsite here .
This is the first year Lake Placid will host the UCI Mountain Bike World Series — don't you want to be able to say you were here? With elite competition (even the Olympic medalists will be here!) and lots of fun for avid riders and casual spectators alike, it's going to be a celebration of mountain biking like you've never seen. Get your tickets and start planning your trip today!
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The Cliffside Coaster in Upstate New York was originally used during the 1980 Olympic winter games in Lake Placid.
The trip from Southfield to Lake Placid can be as quick as 22 hours 20 minutes and as cost-effective as $115.99. The first bus of the day departs at 2:10 pm and the last bus departs at 11:40 pm . Greyhound offers 2 buses daily between Southfield and Lake Placid.
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Invent your own perfect summer week. Don't let the winter hype fool you: Lake Placid is truly amazing in the summer. Home to a range of activities for all ages, Lake Placid is the spot for your perfect summer vacation. From tours to interactive experiences, from soaring to sliding, sunrise pedaling to sunset dining, let's make this summer shine with the gold of a Lake Placid adventure.
For this special event, the Lake Placid Airport will offer camping accommodations for vans and RVs, and the location couldn't be more convenient. You'll be situated between the venue, Mt Van Hoevenberg, and Main Street Lake Placid. And, when you bring your rig, you can bring your own bikes and outdoor gear to get in on the action!