Emery Path
Hike Emery Path 0.5 mi one way · the Park Service's write-up
20-45 Minutes · dogs allowed · Spring, Summer, Fall
Start Emery Path
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.
Accessibility Emery 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.