Newcomb is a town in New York known as the largest in area in Essex County and is inside the Adirondack Park. Major attractions include the Mount Adams Fire Observation Station, and the Lake Harris State Campground. Each year in August there is Shakespeare in the Park and The Carnival of Illusion. Among the biggest companies in Newcomb are Higher Places Realty, and Hiavaty Construction. The biggest schools here are Newcomb School Theater and Newcomb Central High School. One of the best places to visit when you are in Newcomb is High Peaks Golf Course.