Adirondacks & North Country
Essex County, New York
County seat: Elizabethtown
Essex County covers the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks and the western shore of Lake Champlain. It is a destination county for hiking, skiing and lake recreation, with Lake Placid, Keene Valley and Ticonderoga among its communities.
Cities, Towns & Communities
- Elizabethtown
- Lake Placid
- Keene Valley
- Ticonderoga
- Wilmington
- Saranac Lake
1 full community guide available in this county.
Attractions
- High Peaks Wilderness
- Lake Placid Olympic sites
- Fort Ticonderoga
Parks & Recreation
- Adirondack Park
- John Brown Farm State Historic Site
- Ausable Chasm
Transportation
Route 73, Route 9N and I-87 serve the county, with Amtrak's Adirondack line stopping at Westport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the county seat of Essex County?
Elizabethtown is the county seat.
Is Lake Placid a city?
No. Lake Placid is a village within the town of North Elba, in Essex County.