Things to Do with Kids in Lake Placid, NY

  • TripBuzz found 42 things to do with kids in or near Lake Placid, New York, including 19 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Saranac Lake and Wilmington.
  • From Olympic Ski Jump Complex to Boots & Birdies Miniature Golf, the Lake Placid area offers 61 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Hiking Trails, Historic Sites and Cross-Country Skiing.
  • A small village in the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Placid, NY is located less than an hour south-west of Plattsburgh. Lake Placid is a prime location for a number of winter sports and recreation activities, which is why it has earned the honor of hosting two winter Olympics, a Winter Universiade, and the Goodwill Games.
  • TripBuzz found 42 things to do with kids in or near Lake Placid, New York, including 19 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Saranac Lake and Wilmington.
  • From Olympic Ski Jump Complex to Boots & Birdies Miniature Golf, the Lake Placid area offers 61 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Hiking Trails, Historic Sites and Cross-Country Skiing.
  • A small village in the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Placid, NY is located less than an hour south-west of Plattsburgh. Lake Placid is a prime location for a number of winter sports and recreation activities, which is why it has earned the honor of hosting two winter Olympics, a Winter Universiade, and the Goodwill Games.
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39.8 Miles
76% 862 votes
Boat Cruise Burlington Boathouse, Burlington, VT MoreLess Info
Experience a scenic boat tour on the 363-seat Spirit of Ethan Allen III, a cruise ship offering a range of tour options on Lake Champlain. Choose a narrated scenic ride, or a lunch, brunch or dinner cruise on one of three dining decks.
39.8 Miles
95% 516 votes
Parks College Street, Burlington, VT 5401 MoreLess Info
Downtown Burlington's Waterfront Park provides waterfront access to the Burlington Bike Path and Lake Champlain, with a pedestrian boardwalk and benches for viewing sunsets over the lake. The park's festival site hosts an array of musical and community events throughout the year.
39.8 Miles
82% 28 votes
Marinas 645 Pine St, Burlington, VT 05401 MoreLess Info
The Burlington Boathouse Dock is considered to be the centerpiece of Burlington's waterfront on Lake Champlain. It offers boaters a full service marina with power, showers, water, and pump-out facilities.
39.8 Miles
77% 39 votes
Boat Cruise 1 King Street, Burlington, VT MoreLess Info
The Northern Lights Lake Champlain Cruise offers daily, fully narrated and scenic cruises from Burlington Harbor through Shelburne Bay and around North Beach. Hop aboard a 115ft replica of a 19th century steamboat for standard and specialty cruises complete with full service buffet.
39.8 Miles
43% 7 votes
Dog Park 645 Pine Street, Burlington, VT 05401 MoreLess Info
With access to the lake, Water Front Dog Park is a unique way for dogs to get exercise, socialize, and have fun. The park has off-leash areas, a large fenced in space, and a bike path.
39.9 Miles
75% 88 votes
Scenic Railroads North Creek Station, North Creek, NY 12853 MoreLess Info
Enjoy a unique view of the Hudson River and the Adirondacks when you travel with Saratoga and North Creek Railway. Featuring on-time service to nine stations, full-service dining cars, take a trip back in time and experience the elegance of train travel.
39.9 Miles
96% 657 votes
Bike Paths Lake Champlain, Burlington, VT MoreLess Info
Originally a railroad bed, the Burlington Bike Path is now a 7.5 mile recreational bike route along the shore of Lake Champlain. The path links six parks along the waterfront, and provides views of the Adirondack Mountains.
39.9 Miles
69% 439 votes
Aquariums 1 College St., Burlington, VT 5401 MoreLess Info
The ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Centre is an interactive attraction centred around ecology, culture, history and stewardship in the Lake Champlain Basin. Permanent exhibits include an aquatic habitat, FrogWorld, Discovery Place for toddlers and a hands-on paleontological dig box.
39.9 Miles
97% 63 votes
Boat Cruise 1 College St., Burlington, VT MoreLess Info
Book a private sailing excursion on Lake Champlain for a group of up to 6 people with Let's Go Sailing Private Cruises. Cruises last from 2 hours to a full day and groups are invited to bring a picnic. Private sailing lessons available.
39.9 Miles
93% 15 votes
Piers & Boardwalks 1 LaValley Lane, Burlington, VT 05401 MoreLess Info
Situated in a marina, Perkins Pier provides visitors with direct access to Lake Champion and a path for joggers. The pier is in close vicinity to the downtown where there are restaurants and shopping.
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