Barn Rock Bay
It can take a couple of hours to complete this short, 3 mile hike, but it's totally worth every step.
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Blueberry Cobbles
This aptly-named mountain is the first summit on the East Trail to Rocky Peak and Giant at 1.9 miles from Rt. 9.
Challis Pond Trail
There is a slight incline to this hike but it's very pretty and a relaxing hike. The pond gets its name from an early pioneer named Timothy Challis.
Mount Defiance
Mount Defiance, owned by Fort Ticonderoga, has a toll road to its historic summit. An interpretive tour is provided daily at the summit at 4 p.m. during the Fort's open season.
Cross-Over Trail
This trail leaves from Gary’s Elbow and the Calamity Trail and is used as a cross-over trail to access both sides of Split Rock Wild Forest.
Sophie's Lair Trail
This is another fine trail in the CATS network. The Sophie's Lair Trail goes through a field, then enters the woods with two loops and a connection to the Florence Hathaway Park Trail.
Belfry Mountain
Known as the easiest fire tower in the Adirondacks, Belfry is excellent for any age or skill level. While this entire climb is uphill along an access road to the tower, it is very easy and has little elevation change.
Wickham Marsh Wildlife Area
This is a great place for hiking, birding, cross- country skiing, and snowshoeing! There is also a wheelchair accessible trail.
Willsboro Falls
Willsboro Falls, within the Town of Willsboro along the the Bouquet River, is a 25 foot waterfall with a captivating personality.
Gateway Trail System
The Entrance to Essex County's Pioneer Settlement Beginning at the Gateway Park located on NYS Route 22 overlooking the Boquet River and Willsboro Falls, the trail takes travelers down to the Boquet River front via Mill Lane, connects to Gilliland...
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Exclusive Indoor Pickleball at The Essex Inn
Essex Inn & Restaurant
Essex Inn & Restaurant
Two miles north of the Inn lies our newly-built, state-of-the art, private indoor pickleball court. “Our new court is the finest indoor pickleball
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