Lake Placid

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Empire State Winter Games – Lake Placid, NY

2608 Main St., Lake Placid, NY 12946

518-523-2445


After the 1980 Winter Olympics were held in Lake Placid, the venues started being used for the Empire State Winter Games. The Empire State Games are an Olympic-style competition for New York’s amateur athletes. The Winter Games range from freestyle skiing and snowboarding, cross country, luge and bobsledding and even winter biking. With Empire State Games and great skiing available, you're sure to have a great weekend winter trip. 

The Northeast region of the United States has a lot to offer. From sightseeing to hiking, the cities have something for everyone. It's also a hub for sports, both the ones you grew up watching on TV and those a little more obscure. Here’s five of the most interesting sporting events to check out during your visit to the Northeastern region.


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