Lake Placid Golf Trip Cost
What does a Lake Placid, New York golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 4 courses, 2 lodging options, and 5 restaurants. All estimates are per person for a 3-night, 2-round trip with a group of 8.
Per-Person Estimate (3 Nights, 2 Rounds, Group of 8)
Budget
$429
Golf (2 rounds): $84Lodging (3 nights): $225Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$842
Golf (2 rounds): $174Lodging (3 nights): $488Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1373
Golf (2 rounds): $278Lodging (3 nights): $825Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
4 courses ranging from $42 to $139 per round with cart.
Solid (2 courses)
Lake Placid Club - Peaks Course$59–$95
Craig Wood Golf Course$42–$65
Premium (2 courses)
Whiteface Club & Resort$89–$139
Lake Placid Club - Links Course$79–$125
Lodging Cost Per Person
Splitting a rental house is almost always cheaper than individual hotel rooms for golf groups. Here's what it looks like per person per night.
| Option | Sleeps | $/night (total) | 4 guys | 8 guys | 12 guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| lodge | 12–20 | $900–$2200 | $225/pp | $113/pp | $75/pp |
| cabin | 10–16 | $600–$1500 | $150/pp | $75/pp | $50/pp |
Activity Costs
Adirondack Brewery Tourhalf day
$25–$50/ppLake Placid Boat Tour2-3 hours
$35–$60/ppOlympic Bobsled Experience2-3 hours
$75–$95/ppAusable River Fly Fishinghalf day
$150–$250/ppHigh Falls Gorge Hike2-3 hours
$15–$20/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Lake Placid
- Walk instead of riding — 4 courses here are walkable, saving $20-30/round on cart fees.
- Book a house that sleeps your full group — per-person lodging drops dramatically with 8+ people.
- Travel in the shoulder season (just before or after Summer/Fall) for lower rates on everything.
- Mix in casual spots — 3 restaurants here are under $30/person.
- Hire a private chef for one night — often cheaper than a $$$$ restaurant for large groups, and the house becomes the venue.
- Use our AI trip planner to compare different course/lodging combos and find the sweet spot for your budget.