Free & Cheap Things to Do in Wilmington, NY

  • The list below includes 35 free or cheap things to do in or near Wilmington, New York, including 62 different types of inexpensive activities like Mountain Biking, Beaches, Natural Landmarks and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Wilmington Town Beach to The Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wilmington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Plattsburgh and Winchester.
  • The list below includes 35 free or cheap things to do in or near Wilmington, New York, including 62 different types of inexpensive activities like Mountain Biking, Beaches, Natural Landmarks and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Wilmington Town Beach to The Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wilmington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Plattsburgh and Winchester.
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10.8 Miles
100% 6 votes
Movie Theaters 2430 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY 12946 MoreLess Info
Locally owned and operated, the historic Palace Theatre was constructed around 1926. The theater shows primarily first run movies, and features four auditoriums. The theater's prices tend to be lower than those at national chains.
11.0 Miles
69% 476 votes
Specialty Museums Lake Placid, NY MoreLess Info
The Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum is dedicated to telling the story of the two Winter Olympic Games which took place in America, in 1932 and 1980. A cafeteria which serves breakfast and lunch is found on the site. The museum can also be rented for private events.
11.0 Miles
92% 61 votes
Cross-Country Skiing Lake Placid, NY MoreLess Info
31 miles of trails run through Mount Van Hoevenberg. Whether for skiing in the winter, or for hiking in the summer, this mountain may worth the while for adults and children alike.
11.0 Miles
54% 13 votes
Sleigh Ride 2830 Wilmington Rd, Lake Placid, NY 12946 MoreLess Info
Lake Placid Sleigh Rides offers its guests a ride in a horse-drawn sleigh that lasts between 35 and 45 minutes. Trips take place on picturesque mountains and blankets and hot cocoa are provided.
11.1 Miles
94% 251 votes
Hiking Trails Lake Placid, NY MoreLess Info
With a height of 2,876 feet, Mount Jo features 2 accessible loop trails, which have a total of 2.6 miles. Once on top of it, the hiker can enjoy the panoramic view of the High Peaks.
11.1 Miles
52% 29 votes
Bowling 340 Main St, Lake Placid, NY 12946 MoreLess Info
Bowl Winkles is a bowling alley and amusement complex. Bowling is enhanced by laser light and fog effects, and they also offer an arcade, a snack bar with refreshments, and a laser tag area.
11.1 Miles
73% 11 votes
Sports Museums 2634 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY 12946 MoreLess Info
Commemorating the Lake Placid Winter Olympics of 1932 and 1980, the Lake Placid Olympic Museum contains a number of historical Olympic memorabilia. Many activities are offered by the museum, including a bobsled experience, public ice skating, and many others.
11.4 Miles
100% 38 votes
Mini Golf 1991 Saranac Avenue, Lake Placid, NY 12946 MoreLess Info
Boots & Birdies Miniature Golf features an 18 hole miniature golf course, playground, mining sleuth for gemstone mining, bungee bounce and ropes course. Their saloon serves burgers, pulled pork, soft ice cream and more.
11.6 Miles
87% 164 votes
Historic Sites 2 John Brown Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946 MoreLess Info
The home and the final resting place of the abolitionist John Brown are found at the John Brown Farm State Historic Site. Trails and picnic areas are found in the park, while reenactments are played all around the year.
11.6 Miles
79% 33 votes
Cross-Country Skiing 4833 Cascade Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946 MoreLess Info
The modern lodge of Cascade Cross Country Center houses rental facilities, a ski shop, bar, restaurant, large fireplace, and overnight accommodations. The trails for the center are spread over roughly 12 miles of groomed and wind protected areas.
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