Great Notch Trail Acadia National Park, Hancock County, ME

A moderately difficult, lightly used summit path described in 1915 path guide that starts at Sluiceway and Gilley Trail intersection and climbs notch between Mansell and Bernard Mountains. Woodland and stream side path is 3-5’ wide and makes more gradual ascent than other hikes in this area, and is the most likely route of the early logging road over the mountain. Tread is soil and erosion is less substantial due to more moderate grade. DK, KJ, SB, MB

Place Class

Trail

Distance (e.g., miles)

0.5 miles

Latitude (decimal)

44.30091

Longitude (decimal)

-68.365

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.

GNIS/GNS Feature ID

1911650

NRHP Property ID

100007602

ACAD Trails ID

122

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.

External URL2

https://edits.nationalmap.gov/apps/gaz-domestic/public/search/names