Cadillac South Ridge Eagles Crag Loop Trail, Acadia National Park Hancock County,ME

A short loop around cliffs just before Cadillac South Ridge Trail turns from heavily wooded section of mountain to open granite. The loop passes the unmarked Lower Eagles Crag Path (#343) and connection to the Potholes Path (#342). The heavily-used spur has few built features, possibly some early Bates-style steps, and leads to wide granite ledges at lookout point, which offers views to the east and southeast.

Significant Dates

1905

Historical Context

The 1905 BHVIA 16th An. Rpt. states, "A new path, Eagle's Crag Path, has been made running from the spring near the lower end of the southern ridge of Green Mountain to the spring on the Pot Hole Path at the base of the mountain. The path passes close under the ragged cliffs of Eagle's Crag, and a branch path has been carried along the top of the cliffs, commanding a beautiful view seaward over the pretty inlet at Otter Creek. A short cut off path is planned, from the Pot Holes to Dike Peak on the southern ridge of Green Mountain."

Place Class

Summit
Trail

Distance (e.g., miles)

0.3 mile

Route (e.g. trail)

A short loop off of the Cadillac Mtn. South Ridge Trail at Eagles Crag.

Latitude (decimal)

44.3258509

Longitude (decimal)

-68.2197302

Statement of 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.

General Note

USGS does not distinguish between features named "mountain" and those named "hill." Furthermore, some features locally called either may be classified by USGS as a "ridge.""