Essex County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An amazing drive is route 86. Its full of fall colors and scenic spots to view the colors. It is also a great route to hike the small mountains of the Adirondacks. Worth a visit and enjoying a sunny day.
An amazing drive is route 86. Its full of fall colors and scenic spots to view the colors. It is also a great route to hike the small mountains of the Adirondacks. Worth a visit and enjoying a sunny day.
While hiking to the top of Whiteface Mountain, it takes about 3,5 hours at a regular pace from the very bottom.
The road to #BoreasPonds has just recently been opened to foot traffic after the 22,000 acre tract of land was purchased by NYS. The walk in is fairly boring and can be grueling on a hot, buggy day, but the view of the ponds is spectacular. Now let's hope Gov. Cuomo designates this area as Wilderness #Adirondacks
After a chairlift and elevator to the top of the ski jump, a beautiful view!!!!

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Lake Placid featuring 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
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Whiteface Mountain featuring snow and snow skiing as well as an individual male
Wilmington
Known for Friendly people, Mountains and Lakes

Reasons to visit

  • Whiteface Mountain
  • High Falls Gorge
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Ticonderoga showing a park
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
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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
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Keene Valley
Keene Valley
Known for Friendly people, Hiking and Small town
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Schroon Lake
Schroon Lake
Known for Friendly people, Hiking and Dining
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