Essex County, Vermont
144 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 14 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Essex County, Vermont
Essex County is home to 144 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 14 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Essex County
Up to 144 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Essex County
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Sample Trails in Essex County
Curated Guides for Essex County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Essex County, Vermont?
Yes — we have 144 mapped hiking and walking trails in Essex County, Vermont, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Essex County, Vermont for families?
Baldwin Branch near Ticonderoga is one of the best family picks in Essex County, Vermont — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Essex County, Vermont?
Each of the 144 trails in Essex County, Vermont has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Essex County, Vermont?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Essex County, Vermont yet.
Can I go camping in Essex County, Vermont?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Essex County, Vermont right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Essex County, Vermont?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Vermont for more options beyond Essex County, Vermont.
Hiking guides for Vermont
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Essex County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Vermont, Ranked
Vermont's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichVermont's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Vermont trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Vermont
Ten gentle, well-marked Vermont trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Vermont
Vermont's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Vermont
Federal parks and recreation areas in Vermont ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Vermont: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Vermont's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.