- The list below includes 107 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Vermont, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, National & State Parks and Art Gallery.
- From Pizza Putt to Talent Skatepark, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Burlington, Stowe, Plattsburgh and South Burlington.
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9.8 Miles
Laplatte Nature Park spans 125 acres and offers trails for walking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing, with side paths leading to the Laplatte River. There is also a community garden that houses flowers, plants, and fruits within the park.
10.4 Miles
Visitors can enjoy a showcase for a variety of local artists at the Art Exhibition At Shelburne Farms. The farm hosts a variety of other exhibitions, programs, and special events in the Coach Barn that was built in 1902.
10.7 Miles
Open seven days a week throughout the year, the Vermont Teddy Bear Company offers tours of their factory. In addition to the general factory tour, guests have access to the on-site Bear Shop where they can purchase specialty teddy bears.
11.2 Miles
The historic National Museum of the Morgan Horse is a museum that is dedicated to preserving and displaying artifacts related to the history of the Morgan Horse. The museum is best known for the 'Lippit Exhibit'.
11.8 Miles
At Shelburne Town Beach, visitors can have direct access to Lake Champlain, where they can swim by the shore and hike through the surrounding trails. The beach is only accessible to permit holders.
13.2 Miles
The Lamoille River is a natural river that runs from northern Vermont and drains into Lake Champlain. The river is 85-miles in length and has a drainage area of 706-square miles.
14.2 Miles
The retail location of the Vermont Wildflower Farm is open from early May until early October every year. During this time, the gardens and woodlands are available for public viewing along with the purchasing of bulbs, gifts, and decorative items in the store.
14.7 Miles
Zig-zagging its way to the top of Mount Mainsfield, the Stowe Mountain Auto Toll Road offers incredible scenic views. After a 4.5 mile drive, travelers reach the top and enjoy looking out over Lake Champlain.
15.7 Miles
Spread over 168 acres, the Mt. Philo State Park is located on top of the actual mountain that reaches an elevation of 968 feet. The park provides camping as well as overlooks the Adirondack Mountains and the Lake Champlain Valley.
16.3 Miles
Grand Isle State Park is the most-visited campground in the state park system which is composed of 226 acres of land. The park includes 4,150 feet of Lake Champlain shoreline for water-based activities in addition to land options of hiking, biking, and camping.