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Mt. Van Hoevenberg Olympic Bobsled Run

Lake Placid, New York • Essex County

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About This Property

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The Mt. Van Hoevenberg Olympic Bobsled Run in Lake Placid, New York, is a historic venue that has hosted multiple Olympic Winter Games and other international competitions. This iconic track features a steep, icy descent designed for high-speed bobsledding and luge events.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
23
Listed Date
2/4/2010
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Entertainment/Recreation; Engineering
Periods of Significance
1930 Ad - 1932 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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