- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Vermont, features the top 147 nearby activities — including 70 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, VT has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 2 things to do within the city of Essex, VT , followed by 145 popular activities in nearby cities, including Burlington, Stowe, Plattsburgh, South Burlington, Shelburne, Waterbury, Vergennes, Waitsfield, Charlotte, Jeffersonville, Waterbury Center, Grand Isle, Richmond, Killington, Smugglers Notch, Winchester, Cambridge, Colchester and Isle La Motte
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With a height of 2,876 feet, Mount Jo features 2 accessible loop trails, which have a total of 2.6 miles. Once on top of it, the hiker can enjoy the panoramic view of the High Peaks.
45.4 Miles
31 miles of trails run through Mount Van Hoevenberg. Whether for skiing in the winter, or for hiking in the summer, this mountain may worth the while for adults and children alike.
45.4 Miles
Located just off Lake Placid, the Jack Rabbit Trail is a well-marked 0.7-mile trail perfect for hiking, walking, or cross-country skiing. The trail follows the shore of the lake, through valleys, and features views of the dam.
45.4 Miles
As the former home of a historic abolitionist, John Brown's Farm offers visitors a farmhouse with artifacts from the 19th century. The farmhouse is surrounded with forests and meadows; featuring a pond situated next to the house.
45.5 Miles
Offering a Lake Placid experience, ADK Aquatics offers lessons and excursions with a view of the Adirondack Mountains. Activities include wakeboarding and wakesurfing, water skiing, tubing and tours of the lake.
45.5 Miles
Commemorating the Lake Placid Winter Olympics of 1932 and 1980, the Lake Placid Olympic Museum contains a number of historical Olympic memorabilia. Many activities are offered by the museum, including a bobsled experience, public ice skating, and many others.
45.6 Miles
There are actually several independent trails that compose the Brewster Peninsula Nature Trails. There are four separate trail paths and a central trailhead that can be used by hikers, bikers, horseback riders, and those who wish to enjoy a family outing or picnic.
45.8 Miles
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17 Algonquin Dr., Lake Placid, NY 12946
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The Lake Placid Center for the Arts displays art shows in its galleries and films in its auditorium. Other activities include opera, book readings, festivals, ballet, orchestral arrangements, and exhibits of local artists.
46.0 Miles
Opened all around the year, the Olympic Ski Jump Complex offers the activities for the warm and the cold season alike. Whether for skiing or jumping shows, this place might prove to be worth the while.
46.0 Miles
Named after a local PGA Championship winner, Craig Wood Golf Course spans 6,554 yards and has 18 holes. It has practice facilities, a restaurant and cocktail lounge, and a PGA professional that offers lessons on site.