The term “vacation” was born in the Adirondack Mountains, where 19th-century New Yorkers sought fresh air and mountain serenity during long summer retreats.
This summer, Lake Placid’s Whiteface Lodge—2025 Good Housekeeping Family Travel Award winner – revives this timeless tradition with a fresh take on classic Adirondack fun. From lakeside seafood boils and live performances to birds of prey encounters and complimentary water sports, here’s a taste of what families can expect this summer:
New For This Summer:
- Buffets, Boils & Bakes – Saturdays at Canoe Club will soon feature lively Seafood Boils and Clam Bakes with live music and lake views. Guests staying through Sunday can also enjoy a new BBQ buffet.
- Camp Canoe Returns – The popular kids’ camp is back Monday through Friday with crafts, games, and outdoor fun—giving parents free time for spa visits or brewery tours.
- Live Performers – Surprise visits from magicians and comedians bring playful energy throughout the season.
Seasoned Favorites:
- Lake Adventures – Enjoy three boats for cruising, wakeboarding, waterskiing, tubing, and more—plus free kayaks, canoes, pedal boats, and paddle boards.
- Birds of Prey – A master falconer introduces owls, hawks, and falcons, sharing insights on their habitats and rehabilitation.
- Court Sports – Visit the yurt to grab gear for tennis, pickleball, minigolf, or basketball.
- Ice Cream Parlor – Shakes, floats, sundaes, and more await just steps from the movie theater.
- Complimentary Fun – Tarot card readings, face paintings, nightly fireside s‘mores, game room, surround-sound movie theater with popcorn and a two-lane bowling alley are just a few of the ways families enjoy their stay at Whiteface Lodge.
