Essex County

Essex County is a county located in the U.S. state of New York. As of the 2010 census, the population was 39,370. Its county seat is Elizabethtown. Along with Hamilton County, Essex is entirely within the Adirondack Park.

Essex County is in the northeastern part of New York State, just west of Vermont along the eastern boundary of the State. The eastern boundary of Essex County is Lake Champlain, which serves as the New York – Vermont border at an elevation of just under 100 feet (30.5 m). The highest natural point in New York, Mount Marcy at 5,344 feet (1,629 m), is in the Town of Keene. The Ausable River forms a partial northern boundary for the county.

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Big Pond Trail

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Big Pond Trail

2.5 miles North of Hoffman's Road, following the Hoffmans Notch Trail aka Big Pond Trail there is a designated campsite located a spur of the trail going down to the lake.

Baxter Mountain

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Discover this 2.9-mile round trip trail near Keene Valley, New York of NY 9N, offering a moderately challenging hike. With its popularity, expect to encounter fellow hikers along the way. The trail is generally smooth with gentle slopes, but the upper section gets steeper, featuring rocks and some easier scrambling. Keep an eye out for blue trail markers, especially where side trails diverge. Near the summit, the blue trail transitions to yellow. This trail traverses through an easement on private property. It's crucial to stick to the designated path and heed any posted instructions to respect the landowner's rights.