Lake Placid Marina and Boat Tours, New York, United States

5Maggiepie 5:00 PM Aug 3, 2021

A must do cruise
We recently stayed in Lake Placid very close to the marina. Called the ticket office to see if we could purchase tickets for a tour later in the day. The young man said that was possible and since we are a family of 11 it was a good idea. At boarding time for the 2:30 tour a lot of people were waiting and we were concerned about a crowded boat. Well young Captain Steve took our big group in a separate boat. We had an awesome cruise! The scenery is just breathtaking. Captain Steve provided us with very interesting facts and stories about the lake history, “cabins” and the people who built them. He was especially kind to the youngsters on board. We all had very enjoyable tour. Highly recommend this fun informative trip.

4Mama Mia 5:00 PM Aug 26, 2020

Beautiful afternoon tour at 3
Thanks to Brandon from Hoboken for the great tip about buying tickets! Due to Covid-19, no reservations are being taken online or over the phone before the day of your desired trip (not sure why). Same day, walk-up reservations take place at their site at the lake (you don't pay,,,,you only reserve that way) or you can call after 9 the same day. Brandon's advice: go in person and get in line by 830. So that is what I did, I grabbed a cup of coffee and headed out alone to buy tickets for my son and me. At 815 I was catching up onTwitter and drinking coffee while standing in line waiting for them to open (with a beautiful view of the lake). Promptly at 9 a very friendly guy came out and took last names, what time of tour each party wanted to take the tour and then each of us to return 15 minutes before launching to pay for our tickets. Seamless and efficient. Brandon warned that if you wait until 9 to call, they will be sold out by then (due to the walk-up customers) and I don't doubt it, since the number of seats available on each tour are decreased due to the need for social distancing. I saw quite a few people the afternoon of our 3 pm tour walking in and being turned away. I guess they had no idea how in demand these tours are...they are literally the only game in town. Lovely hour plus on the lake with a very pleasant and informed tour guide. Extremely relaxing afternoon tour after a morning hunting for an open breakfast spot on the main drag (be forewarned) and then a beautiful drive up to the top of White Face Mountain. Recommended! It's the only way to get a good sense of the lake, its history and the views of the immense shoreline.