Heading to the top of one of New York’s underrated snow tubing parks is always a great way to achieve panoramic winter views of our state. During that time of year, though, when everything is beautifully covered in fresh layers of snow, some New Yorkers might be interested in finding a view that takes them even further above the clouds. Take the ride of a lifetime and see why an afternoon on this winter gondola ride in New York will leave you speechless.

In the scenic town of Lake Placid, one of the many seasonal adventures is waiting for you right on this beautiful mountain.
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Come winter, people from all over the state (and country, for that matter) travel to the Adirondacks to hit the slopes at ski resorts in New York like Whiteface Mountain.
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But going skiing or snowboarding aren't the only adventures that you can take here!
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At the base of the mountain, you'll see the Cloudsplitter Gondola ride.
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Open all throughout the year, during the ski season the gondola operates daily - weather permitting.
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Quite the view, wouldn't you say? In total, this epic gondola ride is 8,000-feet long and each gondola can hold up to 8 passengers.
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Before you know it, you'll be up above the clouds.
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Going each way, the Cloudsplitter Gondola ride generally takes about 15 minutes.
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Taking you to the top of Little Whiteface Mountain (the neighbor to Whiteface Mountain, New York's 5th tallest mountain), at an elevation of 3,676 feet you'll find an observation deck where you can gaze out at the High Peaks, Lake Placid, the Ausable River, and other breathtaking natural wonders.
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Before heading back down, you can also make use of the picnic areas on the mountain - some people like to bring lunch with them on the way up.
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After enjoying the winter scenery outside of the Cloudsplitter Gondola, you might be in need of a little bit of warming up.
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Before or after you ride the gondola, visitors are welcome to stop into the J. Lohr Cafe and Wine Bar to enjoy things like hot chocolate and other locally-sourced treats.
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Don't put this adventure off any longer! Let this be the winter that you experience New York's Cloudsplitter Gondola ride.
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To find out more about Whiteface Mountain's winter Cloudsplitter Gondola ride, including ticket prices and scheduling, click here.

How to get here:
5021 NY-86,
Wilmington, NY 12997

Need some extra motivation to head up north? Then make sure you watch the incredible footage of Whiteface Mountain and the Cloudsplitter Gondola captured by Mark Deff below.

If you’re in need of more epic seasonal adventures, take a look at how This Winter Mountain Coaster In New York Will Take You Through A Snowy Mountain Wonderland!

 

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What are some other winter gondola rides you can take in New York?

There are other ski resorts in New York with year-round gondola rides. Belleayre Mountain Ski Center in Highmount is home to the Catskill Thunder Gondola, which offers stunning views of the Catskill Forest Preserve. At Gore Mountain in North Creek, you can enjoy gorgeous views of the Southern Adirondacks and High Peaks on a gondola ride to the top of the mountain. During the warmer months at Gore Mountain, you can even take a self-guided interpretive hike once you reach the summit.

What are the best snow tubing hills in New York?

If you’re looking for other fun winter activities in New York which don’t require any particular skill or special equipment, snow tubing is at the top of the list. Hunter Mountain in Hunter, New York is a fantastic choice for the whole family, with a huge snow tubing park including a 1,000-foot long hill, and a mini tubing park for younger kids. Plattekill Mountain in Roxbury is another popular choice for snow tubing, with night tubing available on Saturdays and holiday weekends. Mount Peter Ski Area in Warwick offers a multi-lane, 600-foot tubing hill, with a “Little Tikes Hill” for kids under three feet tall. And for even more places to go snow tubing in New York, visit this guide.

What are the best sled riding hills in New York?

One of the best places to go sledding in western New York is Chestnut Ridge Park in Orchard Park, NY, where you’ll find toboggan runs and a huge sledding hill. Dynamite Hill Recreation Area in Chestertown is an excellent winter destination, with free skiing, sledding, and ice skating. If you’re looking to go sledding in NYC, Cedar Hill is quite possibly the most popular sledding spot in Central Park.

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