Triad Path, west Acadia National Park, Hancock County, ME

Extant from Wildwood Stables area north and west to the carriage road, but not beyond, to our knowledge. Possibly continues as west end of Hunters Brook #35. Probably used by horse campers occasionally and perhaps, on horseback. All wooded, some cairns, otherwise poorly defined on the steep slope to the carriage road. Lower part is 4-6 feet wide, flat, and obvious trail. There was (c.2001) an old VIA style intersection post at a trail junction, where a road/trail continues west toward Wild Wood Stables gravel access road, passing a beaver pond. From 1893. CJ, GS, KJ

Distance (e.g., miles)

0.4 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

418

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