The term “vacation” originated in the Adirondack Mountains when 19th-century travelers left New York City for fresh mountain air. Today, the AAA Four Diamond-rated Whiteface Lodge offers plenty of activities for family travelers to soak up the fresh air and enjoy the great outdoors. Here are the top 10 things to do this summer at the lodge:
Birds of Prey Encounters
Interact with falcons, hawks and owls with the help of a master falconer. Have the opportunity to hold the birds and learn about their habitats and rehabilitation stories.
Canoe Club
Guests staying at the lodge can enjoy beachside dining and complimentary canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, paddleboards, swimming, volleyball, Badminton, tetherball, bocce ball, horseshoes and life-sized Jenga.
Tarot Readings
Available on select days throughout summer, guests can gain insight into their past, present and future with tarot card readings by a local specialist at Peak 47.
Yoga Classes
Friday and Saturday mornings through August, join complimentary outdoor yoga classes in the courtyard.
Paint and Sip
See who the best artist in the family is at Paint and Sip. Adults can enjoy wine and charcuterie, while kids can have hot cocoa and cookies.
Ice Cream Parlor
Indulge in a sweet treat with delicious ice cream available every day from 5 to 9 p.m.
Sports Courts
Engage in a friendly game of tennis, pickleball, basketball, ladderball or cornhole with the family.
S’mores
Nightly s’mores are a tradition at Whiteface Lodge, so don’t miss an evening of this treat with your family.
Movie Theater
Take a break from the outdoors with a film with fresh complimentary popcorn. Movies are shown daily in the 56-seat, surround-sound theater.
Bowling
Make a reservation to play a frame of old-fashioned, two-lane bowling.
Read This Next
#WhereverFamily
Insta FeedDestinations / North America
Oct 22, 2026Aspen Snowmass, Colorado, Debuts New Family Perks for 2026/2027 Season
This season, Aspen Snowmass welcomes family travelers with an expanded pass lineup and additional programming. The resort is one of only a handful to offer winter experiences for toddlers, teens and parents, from lesson bundles for every age to on-mountain childcare.
Sponsored Content
GET TO KNOW TAP FORBIZ
Unlock flexible, refined business travel with TAP Air Portugal’s program, TAP FORBIZ. Developed for small, medium and large Companies, with options for corporate events, TAP FORBIZ offers exclusive advantages adapted to each type of business.
Destinations / North America
Oct 21, 20263 Reasons to Put Western Massachusetts on Your Fall Itinerary
There are so many great reasons to plan a fall trip to Western Massachusetts, it can be difficult to narrow things down to a realistic itinerary. To make things a bit easier, we’ve compiled a list of the top three things to do in the area your family won’t want to miss this fall.
Destinations / North America
Oct 21, 2026Introduce Kids to Indigenous Santa, Christmas in Oklahoma City
Everyone knows of the white-haired, big-bellied Santa Claus, but at First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Santa looks a little bit different … family travelers can expect a unique and fascinating holiday trip to this museum, where Santa Claus dons long braids and traditional wear.
Sponsored Content
Celebrating 25 Years of The Peninsula Chicago
June marked The Peninsula Chicago’s 25th anniversary, commemorating a quarter century for the hotel as a pillar of luxury on North Michigan Avenue.
Destinations / North America
Oct 20, 20266 Holiday Markets to Visit in Pennsylvania
The holiday season is fast approaching! For family travelers looking to add some Christmas cheer to their upcoming travels to Pennsylvania, here are six holiday markets coming up this year:
ShareThis