From collection Place

Significant Dates
circa 1896Historical Context
Shown on the 1896 path map. Two routes described in the 1915 Path Guide "(a) Up Seaside Path to trail on west (with sign) crossing Barr Hill Road to top. (b) by shore road west to private road opposite Congregational Church, (marked The Eyrie) and by trail at entrance to Barr Hill Road. Wide sea views to south; fine mountain views to north from "lookout" ledge at end of short side path. On west at base of cliffs are some "caves." (p 19)
Distance (e.g., miles)
1.4 miles
Route (e.g. trail)
From Rt. 3 in Seal Harbor, over Barr Hill and Redfield Hill to Wildwood Farm Road extension.
Significance
The historic trail system of Acadia National Park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, recognized for its national significance and ties to the history of Mount Desert Island and establishment of the park. The system's period of significance starts in 1844 and ends in 1942. The listing encompasses 109 trails traversing 117 miles on Mount Desert Island (some extending outside the park) and includes 18 memorial plaques, 12 viewpoints, and unique engineering features.
NRHP Property ID
100007602
ACAD Trails ID
403
Authoritative Source
Microsoft Access database used in preparation of report Pathmakers: Cultural Landscape Report for the Historic Hiking Trail System of Mount Desert Island by Coffin Brown, Margaret, Jim Vekasi, et. al. U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Washington, DC (2006); accessed June 2024.