Find the perfect holiday rental for your Essex County getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Essex County with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. Mirror Lake and Lake George are just a couple of the must-see attractions. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in Essex County
Do you want to discover things to do in the city? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that Essex County has to offer. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Mount Van Hoevenberg Cross Country Ski Area (16 mi / 25.8 km)
- Santa's Workshop (18 mi / 28.9 km)
- Whiteface Mountain (18.6 mi / 29.9 km)
- Mount Jo (18.6 mi / 30 km)
- Lake Placid Club Golf Courses (19.7 mi / 31.7 km)
- Jackrabbit Trail (19.9 mi / 32 km)
Exploring the natural features in Essex County
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Essex County is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's most enchanting sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Mirror Lake (19.9 mi / 32.1 km)
- Roaring Brook Falls (9.9 mi / 15.9 km)
- Thompsons Point (15.3 mi / 24.7 km)
- Wilmington Town Beach (16.3 mi / 26.3 km)
- High Falls Gorge (16.8 mi / 27 km)
- Augur Lake (17.4 mi / 27.9 km)
Travelling to and around Essex County
Fly into Lake Placid, NY (LKP), the closest airport, located 18.9 mi (30.4 km) from the city centre.
If you're travelling by train, Westport Station, Port Henry Station and Port Kent Station are the main stations in the area.