- The list below includes 33 free or cheap things to do in or near Lake Placid, New York, including 61 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Historic Sites, Cross-Country Skiing and Bowling.
- From Mount Jo to Brewster Peninsula Nature Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lake Placid and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Saranac Lake and Wilmington.
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977 Springfield Road, Wilmington, NY 12997
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Located on 50-acres about a mile downstream from Whiteface Mountain is the Adirondack Wildlife Refuge. Home to many animals, native to the area, the site features a walking trail, raptor sanctuary, wolves and bear habitats.
10.3 Miles
Two-time site of the Winter Olympics and countless World Cup Ski events, Whiteface Mountain is a mecca for winter sports lovers. Featuring the highest vertical drop east of the Rockies and numerous beginner areas, this mountain is waiting for you.
10.6 Miles
In the shadow of the Adirondack Mountains, Wilmington Town Beach, is a place for families to gather and share a day near the water. The park features a boat launch, kayaking, sandy beaches, swimming and picnic facilities.
26.9 Miles
Even though it is a small two screen cinema, the Oldham Theater is one of the oldest movie theaters in the area. It normally shows popular first-run Hollywood films with one being shown in the downstairs theater while the other is presented upstairs.
31.9 Miles
Located along a bluff in Ferrisburgh, the Button Bay State Park is composed of 253 acres. Camping is one of the most popular activities, but boating, fishing, and sailing are also conducted in the warmer months.
35.4 Miles
Baggs' Landing is a rental company that offers kayak, stand up paddle board, and sit on top board rentals on Lake Champlain. The company also has barbecue grills, a volleyball court, horseshoes, and a swimming area.
35.7 Miles
Visitors can enjoy a showcase for a variety of local artists at the Art Exhibition At Shelburne Farms. The farm hosts a variety of other exhibitions, programs, and special events in the Coach Barn that was built in 1902.
35.8 Miles
At Shelburne Town Beach, visitors can have direct access to Lake Champlain, where they can swim by the shore and hike through the surrounding trails. The beach is only accessible to permit holders.
36.4 Miles
The retail location of the Vermont Wildflower Farm is open from early May until early October every year. During this time, the gardens and woodlands are available for public viewing along with the purchasing of bulbs, gifts, and decorative items in the store.
36.6 Miles
Located at the waterside, the Vergennes Falls Park covers six and a half acres of land. The site has a system of walking paths, picnic areas, a boat launch, and areas for bank fishing that is relatively easy to reach from the main highway.