Essex County Travel Guide

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Photo provided by LakePlacid.com
Ticonderoga featuring signage
Photo provided by LakePlacid.com
Lake Placid featuring a house, autumn leaves and forest scenes
Fort Ticonderoga showing military items, heritage elements and tranquil scenes

Popular cities in Essex County

Lake Placid which includes a lake or waterhole
Lake Placid
Known for Lakes, Mountains and Skiing
Visit this scenic district of mountains and lakes before reviving the spirit of the Winter Olympics at the bobsled and ski complexes.

Reasons to visit

  • Mirror Lake
  • Olympic Center
  • Olympic Sports Complex
Whiteface Mountain which includes snow and snow skiing as well as an individual male
Wilmington
Known for Friendly people, Mountains and Lakes
Get away to Wilmington! Enjoy the hiking, skiing and mountains.

Reasons to visit

  • Whiteface Mountain
  • High Falls Gorge
Ticonderoga which includes a garden
Ticonderoga
Known for Lakes, Historical and Waterfalls
Explore stunning Adirondacks scenery and pick up insights into early American history in this charming town nestled between two lakes.

Reasons to visit

  • Fort Ticonderoga
Keeseville which includes a river or creek
Keeseville
Known for Lakes, Marinas and Ports
Outdoor adventures in a spectacular gorge and an important role in the anti-slavery movement make this Adirondacks village a fascinating place to visit.

Reasons to visit

  • Ausable Chasm
Keene Valley
Keene Valley
Known for Friendly people, Hiking and Small town
Quaint Keene Valley awaits: its hiking, natural setting and more!
Schroon Lake
Schroon Lake
Known for Friendly people, Hiking and Dining
Get away to Schroon Lake! Enjoy the theatre, hiking and local cuisine.