Trails: 50 km (31 miles) of trails are groomed for cross-country skiing. This center, now called the Verizon Sports Complex, was the site of the cross-country skiing races for the 1980 Winter Olympics. It hosts the annual Lake Placid Loppet in late January and several other events, so call ahead to see if the trails are open for recreational skiing. Trail fees: Adults $15, students & seniors $13 (winter 2005/6) Tel: 518-523-2811
Snow report: Conditions are posted on the Mount Van Hoevenberg website Nearest town: Lake Placid, NY Web site:Mount Van Hoevenberg Trail map: Available at the center Equipment rentals: Yes Ski lessons: Yes Other winter activities: Biathlon, snowshoeing, bob sledding Facilities: Day lodge, waxing room, cafeteria Lodging on site: No Lodging nearby: Lake Placid has several hotels, resorts and B&Bs Location of trails: The center is about 7 miles southeast of Lake Placid on Highway 73. Tourism info:Lake Placid Weather report:Lake Placid Map of local region:Lake Placid area
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