You plan out your vacation to Lake Placid, carefully researching attractions and things to do, and then it happens. Rain. It can feel incredibly disappointing when the weather comes in to throw a wrench in your perfectly crafted vacation plans. However, there’s no reason to let a little rain ruin your vacation. 

5 Lake Placid Rainy Day Activities

On a rainy day, there are plenty of things to do in Lake Placid. Need a little inspiration? The team at Whiteface Lodge has compiled a list of our favorite rainy day activities in Lake Placid to get you started. Whether you want to hide out from the rain at our luxury resort or go out, we have suggestions on fun activities everyone can enjoy on rainy days in Lake Placid.

1. Take a Dip in the Pool

Get a little wet, but not from the rain, when you go swimming in Whiteface Lodge’s pool. Our indoor pool is open year-round and is heated for extra comfort. Swim laps, float around, or simply relax with your family and friends. Need to relax? We also have an indoor hot tub for you to unwind.

2. Check out Lake Placid Center for the Arts

Explore Lake Placid’s art scene at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts. The Lake Placid Center for the Arts has an art gallery where you can admire artwork from national and local artists. Exhibits frequently rotate to showcase a wide variety of interesting pieces. The Lake Placid Center for the Arts’ gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday.

3. Watch a Movie

Movie watching is a quintessential rainy day activity, and you can enjoy it in style at Whiteface Lodge. We show three films a day in our 56 seat surround sound, 3D movie theater. Of course, no movie-watching experience is complete without popcorn, so our guests can enjoy complimentary freshly made popcorn as well. The Whiteface Lodge’s movie theater is only for our guests. 

4. Relax at the Spa

Destress and lift your spirits with luxurious treatments at The Spa at Whiteface Lodge. At our spa, hours or an entire day of pampering await. Choose from a wide variety of body treatments, massages, facial treatments, and spa day packages for a rejuvenating experience tailored to your needs.

5. Go Bowling

Did you know that Whiteface Lodge has a bowling alley on-site? Our old-fashioned bowling alley, complete with two lanes, is open daily and the perfect way to spend a rainy day with family and friends. Compete with one another and attempt to break your personal high score.

Whiteface Lodge Has You Covered for Rainy Day Activities

A family bowling at Whiteface Lodge, one of Lake Placid's best rainy day activitiesWe hope the weather cooperates with your plans on your getaway to Lake Placid, but if it doesn’t, Whiteface Lodge has you covered with plenty of rainy day activities. You can spend all day enjoying our on-site activities, dining at our fabulous restaurants, relaxing at the spa, and more. To book your stay at our luxury Adirondack resort, make a reservation online or speak to a reservationist at 518-523-0505.