Jordan Mountain Trail, Acadia National Park, Hancock County, ME

Jordan Mountain Trail continues straight down ridge (extending experience of fantastic views of coastline) where current [Penobscot Mountain Trail] turns east to descend towards Jordan Pond House. About .5 miles from this intersection is another fork with trail going left down to "five corners" on Asticou Path. Trail goes right and crosses three carriage roads. Difficult to follow after first road. DG (adapted by SB)

Distance (e.g., miles)

0.1 miles

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

411

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