Whiteface - Lake Placid
United States
1 / 6Whiteface - Lake Placid ski resort is in the Adirondacks (United States, New York). It offers 35 km of ski runs and 11 lifts.
Trail information
Altitude and trails
Whiteface - Lake Placid, United States
★★★★★3.6out of 5
1,340 м
top
969 м
Vertical drop
371 м
base
Total slopes
38.5 км
Lifts
11
Vertical drop
969 м
Longest run
3 км
Adult ski pass
€ 118 / day
Snowmaking
99 % of slopes
Opening hours
08:30 - 16:00
Trails by difficulty - 38.5 km total
Easy8.9 км · 23 %
Intermediate17.2 км · 45 %
Difficult12.4 км · 32 %
Longest run: The Wilmington Trail - 3 км, vertical drop 847 м. Hardest run: Upper + Lower Skyward - 1.5 км, vertical drop 556 м.
Snowmaking: 250 snow guns cover 99 % of the slopes.
Ski pass prices
Adults
134 US$
€ 118
Youth
104 US$
€ 92
Children
89 US$
€ 78
Data verified on 31 July 2026. Source: the resort’s own website.
Whiteface Mountain, the Olympic Mountain, has the greatest vertical drop east of the Rocky Mountains and trails for everyone in the family. This is where the world's best come to train and compete, while children learn and have fun. At the top of Whiteface, take time to admire the surrounding Adirondack peaks in New York. Lake Champlain and Vermont can be seen to the east.
Maps
Lifts
Ski lifts in detail
11 lifts · Season 2026/27
- 1Gondola lifts
- 8Chairlifts
- 2Magic carpets
Lifts in total
11
Capacity
18,700people/hour
Total lift length
12.7км
Newest lift: Little Whiteface, 2025 г.Longest lift: Cloudsplitter Gondola, 2,339 м
Data verified on 31 July 2026. Source: the resort’s own website.
Webcams
Video
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Contacts and opening hours
Resort contacts
Official website
Phone
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Coordinates
44.35368, -73.86144
Countries
Lift opening hours
Opening hours
08:30 - 16:00
Typical season
Mid-November - mid-April
Season
21 November 2026 - 18 April 2027
Whiteface - Lake Placid
Mid · 856 м
Updated at 05:38
+14°Rainfeels like +14°
Precipitation2.5 mmMET
wind18 km/hMET
Snow line3 000 мCALC
Forecast data from MET NorwayDetailed forecast →
Accommodation
Hotels and apartments in the resort towns
Wilmington
Pine Ridge Lodge near Whiteface
9.8164 reviews
from 978 € / night
Adirondack Retreat Near Whiteface and Lake Placid
9.9245 reviews
from 507 € / night
3 Minutes Away From Whiteface Mountain
9.8278 reviews
from 305 € / night
anADKday…Perfection in the mnts
1018 reviews
from 711 € / night
Cozy Cabin 2 miles from Whiteface mtn and close to Lake Placid
9.9237 reviews
from 215 € / night
The Log Cabin at PeaceRidge
9.8163 reviews
from 344 € / night
Great Location! 55” TV/Screen Porch/Firepit/Grill
9.9141 reviews
from 360 € / night
Whiteface Brookside Cottage - An Enchanting Escape
9.9254 reviews
from 400 € / night
Lake Placid15 км
Prices are per night for a stay in high season. Last checked: 9 September 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Which months are best based on average weather?
January and February are the coldest months: average daytime temperatures during these periods range from -8.6 to -0.7 °C, while nighttime temperatures range from -17.7 to -10.7 °C. March is warmer, and monthly snowfall data is unavailable.
How much does a day pass cost?
A day pass costs €118, or 134 US$. The price is €92 for juniors and €78 for children.
Is the resort suitable for beginners?
The resort has 8.9 km of easy runs out of 38.5 km in total, so it is suitable for beginners. More experienced skiers have 17.2 km of intermediate and 12.4 km of difficult runs.
What are the lift operating hours?
The lifts operate from 08:30 to 16:00. There are 11 lifts in total at the resort.
