Essex County Map, Vermont

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Essex County, Vermont

Essex County claims the northeastern corner of Vermont. It’s the least populated county in the state. Wilderness reigns supreme here. The Connecticut River forms its eastern border with New Hampshire. Moose outnumber people in some parts.
It’s a snowmobiler’s dream in winter, with hundreds of miles of trails. The Nulhegan Basin offers prime wildlife viewing. Fishing? Some of the best in New England. Canoeists paddle pristine rivers.
Fall colors here are intense and linger longer than in southern parts of the state. Island Pond, the largest community, was once a busy railroad town. Now, it’s a gateway to outdoor adventure. This is Vermont at its most raw and untamed.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Essex County |
County Seat | Guildhall |
Population | Approximately 6,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Canaan, Concord, Brighton, Lunenburg, Guildhall |
Interstates and Highways | US-2, VT-105, VT-102 |
FIPS Code | 50-009 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 675 sq mi (Land: 664 sq mi; Water: 11 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Coös County, New Hampshire (East), Grafton County, New Hampshire (South), Caledonia County (Southwest), Orleans County (West) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
State | Vermont |
Coordinates | 44.6219° N, 71.6083° W |
Etymology | Likely named after Essex, England |
Major Landmarks | Maidstone State Park, Brighton State Park, Connecticut River |
Website | Essex County Website |
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