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Lake Placid / Whiteface Mtn. KOA
- 77 Fox Farm Road
- Wilmington, NY 12997
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I-87 Exit 30, follow signs to Whiteface Mountain or Exit 34, 9N to Hwy 86.
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2011 President's Award
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2011 KOA Founder's Award
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The views are worthy of the gods, but you don't have to be an Olympian to enjoy them.
The views are worthy of the gods, but you don't have to be an Olympian to enjoy them. Set among tall pines and white birches, the Lake Placid KOA lets you see why this gorgeous Adirondack Mountains countryside was chosen as the site for the 1980 Olympic Winter Games. This campground features spacious big-rig sites with a separate tent area, lean-tos and Kabins overlooking the trout-famous Ausable River. Mountain-hike from site or take advantage of canoe and kayak rentals, fun-cycles, mini golf, hayrides, movies, a game room, a playground, a snack bar and planned activities. Enjoy the campground's heated pool and socialize in the Adirondack-style lodge. Special weekends include dinners and DJ music.
Meet Your Hosts
Lake Placid looks nothing like Hawaii, but expect a Hawaiian "Aloha!" when you arrive. Owners Richard and Sylvia Nagamine are both from Hawaii. Even though they are far from their home, they carry the greetings of the islands back to their campground. "We are spreading the aloha spirit in the Adirondacks," Richard said.
They purchased the campground in 2000 after owning a furniture manufacturing business for 28 years. They were RVers and wanted to be around the industry more. "And we were always dealing with the public and wanted to continue," Richard said.
A meeting in California at a California parks association turned the couple on to the idea of owning a campground. They are most proud of the comments they receive from repeat customers, many of whom had camped for 20 years at their campground. "They comment about the changes we have made and say they see a big difference," Richard said.
Every customer is treated like a VIP at the Lake Placid KOA. From the moment they walk through the store until they get to their campsite, the Nagamines work to make their stay special. "We always try to keep our campground clean and tidy so when a camper walks through in the middle of the day, they feel like they are the very first customers of the day."
Campground Amenities
- Planned Activities Available
- Motorcycle Clubs
- Catering on-site by the campground
- RV Clubs & Rallies
- Tours
- Food prepared by staff for consumption by the customer at their site or in outdoor seating provided by campground
- Families
- Self-service, convenience foods offered
Campground Activities
Fishing
NY Fishing License required.
Golfing
Antique Shops
Scenic Flights
Horseback Riding
Mountain Climbing
Mountain Biking
Hiking
Canoeing and Kayaking
Local Attractions
Lake Placid Olympic Attractions & Site Tour
This area includes attractions like Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway, Whiteface Mountain, Olympic Center Ice Arena and Olympic Museum, Public Ice Skating, The Olympic Jumping Complex and Skydeck, Olympic Bobsled and Luge Run Trolley Tour, Summer Bobsled Ride, Mt. Van Hoevenberg Mountain Bike Center and Mt. Van Hoevenberg Horseback Riding Center. See www.orda.org for more information.
Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway
The views from the summit are spectacular. This is the fifth highest peak in New York State. But no mountain is easier to climb. The paved Highway is eight miles long and easy to drive. Park your car near the summit and the excitement has just begun.
Whiteface Mountain Gondola "Cloudsplitter" Rides
The gondola is an alternative way to climb a mountain that’s easy on the feet. Two hours of time and two chair lift skyrides takes you over Olympic ski trails to the breathtaking views from the summit of Little Whiteface. See http://www.whitefaceregion.com/ for more information.
Ausable Chasm
This is the oldest organized tourist attraction and has been open to the public since 1870. It is unique, beautiful and unforgettable. One of America’s great natural scenic wonders! See http://www.ausablechasm.com/ for more information.
Additional Information
Visit our campground online at: http://www.koacampground.com/
Location
Our campground is located in New York State’s beautiful Adirondack Park and our KOA reflects the true beauty of the Adirondacks.
Amenities
We have 70 scenic acres of towering white birch and pine trees at the base of Whiteface Mountain. We are located along a half mile of the trout famous Ausable River, with a magnificent gorge and waterfalls. We have a spacious "Adirondack style" lodge perfect for your family reunions and club rally’s. The Lake Placid Whiteface Mountain KOA offers a variety of activities on premise such as Bingo, movies, ice cream socials, breakfast, BBQ’s and on special occasions DJ music. We have a swimming pool and a children’s wading pool, not to mention tennis, mini golf, basketball and fun cycles. The region is famous for its outdoor activities and we offer canoe and kayak rentals.
Convenient Location
All your adventures lead right from the Lake Placid Whiteface Mountain KOA. Being located in the spectacular Olympic Region affords our KOA the opportunity to share the many unique attractions of the area. A popular attraction is the Lake Placid Olympic Site Tour which includes all the facilities used for the 1932 and 1980 Olympic Winter Games, High Falls Gorge, Ausable Chasm, just to get you started. The combination of breathtaking beauty, convenience, varied events and attractions keeps our campers satisfied and anxious to return.
John Brown’s Farm
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Visit the Teddy Bear Factory & Shelbourne Museum
Olympic Site Tour
Olympic Sites Passports are sold at our front desk. Includes:
Whiteface Mountain Gondola Cloud Splitter Ride; Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway; Olympic Jumping Complex, including the Skydeck Observation area; Olympic Sports Complex; 1932 & 1980 Lake Placid / Whiteface Mountain Winter Olympic Museum; plus discount coupons. Passports are valid mid-June to mid-Oct.
Visitor Interpretive Centers
The Visitor Interpretive Center offers free admission. Open daily 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (May 1 through September 30), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (October 1 through April 30) and closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.
White Pine Camp
Come visit a place filled with history and beauty where Calvin Coolidge almost cracked a smile. Open to the public daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's.
Lake Placid Historical Society Museum
Enjoy viewing the Waiting Room, Music Room, Adirondack Room, Country Store and Getman Collection.
Upcoming Events
http://www.koacampground.com/calendar.html
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