About
Length (round trip)1 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyHard
Elevation gain500 ft up
Typical time45 min
TrailheadSieur de Monts Nature Center
SurfaceGranite staircases and ledges
Best seasonLate spring through October; peak foliage mid-October. Many trails are icy and unmaintained in winter.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityEmery Path is not accessible. The trail has uneven footing, steep sections, a narrow passage, and granite stairs throughout. There is an accessible restroom at Sieur de Monts.
What you'll see ⛰️ Summit🌄 Big views🏛️ Historic site

Emery Path is a memorial path at Sieur de Monts. It is a .5 mile steep ascent with examples of high quality trail work. It is one of the routes to reach Schiff Path, and eventually the summit of Dorr Mountain. It is said to have been one of George Dorr's favorite trails. Emery Path was funded by Mrs. Alfred Anson in memory of her first husband, John Emery. John Emery was a successful developer of commercial and residential real estate in Cincinnati, Ohio. The trail was improved by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in 1934. Distance: .5 miles one way Terrain: Forested area with steep and rocky sections, granite steps, narrow passages Hike Description Start at the Sieur de Monts Nature Center. Cross the small wooden bridge and turn left. Turn right to pass by two large stones inscribed with "Sieur de Monts Spring" and "Sweet Waters of Acadia" and proceed to the start of Emery Path. The trail quickly ascends for .5 miles on granite stairs and steep sections through the forest. To reach the summit of Dorr Mountain, continue onto Schiff Path for.9 miles. To return to Sieur de Monts, retrace your steps back or take Homans Path or Kurt Diederich's Climb. All three trails are quick, steep descent with granite steps. Use caution, especially when the rock is wet and slippery.

Tips
Built in 1916 as one of the island's memorial paths. The stonework is extraordinary and the whole climb is a staircase.
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