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  • Tony Atkins
    Bulls, New Zealand48 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A jump to far, what a great complex to visit, very worth while . Would highly recommended.

    For a facility that has been the site of two Olympic Games this is a very historic facility.

    We were lucky enough to go when the 80 meter hill was been used for training juniors, what a great spectacle.
    Written December 31, 2023
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA582 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    beautiful lake to walk around. close to shops and restaurants as well. we enjoyed the short (less than 3 miles) paved loop around it.
    Written October 5, 2023
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  • Brendan G
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The “short” trail is actually more difficult and the “long” trail isn’t much longer and is easier. We did the short trail up and the long trail down. The way up is basically climbing up and over boulders at an incline the whole way. Was a lot of fun but pretty intense. This is not your average hike (short trail.) bring plenty of water. Arrive before 8am or at or after 2pm when others are leaving. We got there at 2:30 and had open parking spots. On a Saturday.
    Written February 12, 2024
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  • jpgina53
    Boston, MA521 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were only able to do a drive by of this meaningful site. The burial spot was beautiful and moving with a statue and flowers and appropriate small signs. It is a must see for history buffs and civil rights activists. There are buildings which can be toured. Sight is not far from Olympic Si Jump Complex.
    Written August 5, 2023
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  • Robert Camper
    Concord, NH110 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This museum highlights the two Olympics held in Lake Placid. If you are a fan of the winter Olympics, this is a great way to spend a couple hours. Probably not very interesting for kids (ours were off hiking, so just my wife and I). We have some memories of "the Miracle on Ice" when USA won the gold in Hockey, which happened in that building. There is a little video thing of a bobsled run, and a video of going off a ski jump (which actually caused my stomach to feel a little strange). And there is a little video of the miracle on ice, the rest are static displays. Olympic torches, pins, metals, costumes/ uniforms, athletes... There was some kind of dance/ ice skating competition going on when we were there, which was a paid admission event, so the nice woman taking those tickets was letting folks in to see the ice rink, just for a minute or two, just from the entrance (since we had not paid to see the competition). It was worth it for us, but visit would have been much shorter if we had our two, under 20 year old kids with us. Just more interesting if you have some memory of the last Olympics held there, or a general interest in the winter Olympics.
    Written August 8, 2023
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  • Kelly P
    10 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited when there was winter competitions taking place...both xc skiing and luge. Very neat to see winter athletes in action. Authentic experience. The mountain coaster was closed....I imagine that would be a fun experience.
    Written March 15, 2024
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  • Tom G
    Phoenixville, PA12 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The town of Lake Placid was very nice - the main street lined with many shops and restaurants. Mirror lake was beautiful. Plenty of scenic spots to relax and enjoy.

    Never could access Lake Placid itself. So I have no idea what it looks like, They need to put some access points in to see the Lake.
    Written October 8, 2023
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  • Beth S
    South Lake Tahoe, CA490 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a nice drive up to see the lake. The fall colors were wonderful, and I made the drive interesting. You need to dress for the weather, because the wind can be very chilly. On a holiday Monday, many shops were super closed.
    Written October 9, 2023
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  • Doug B
    New York City, NY16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great cross-country skiing. We were novices but took a couple of classes with Sarah and Blaine. Really good teachers, and we learned a lot. Reasonable prices for the introductory classes, too.
    Written January 19, 2024
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  • Tony Atkins
    Bulls, New Zealand48 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great place to watch hockey with family and friends we were lucky enough to watch an invitational tournament at the facility w here the USA won there gold medal match against the USSR.

    For a facility that is 23 years old its is a great stadium.
    Written December 31, 2023
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA582 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely trails that are not too difficult to do, we didnt bring our poles and had no issues. Well maintained and well marked.
    Written October 5, 2023
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  • David K
    South Glastonbury, CT5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting to learn about and see the process for maple syrup. Plus Birch Syrup!! The staff was very knowledgeable and helpful!
    Written October 5, 2022
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