Anvil Trail
What to Expect
Safety Advisory
Exposed granite ledges become dangerously slippery when wet — the rock here is smoother than what you'll find on Mount Desert Island trails and offers less natural grip.
The upper sections are fully exposed with no tree cover and sheer drop-offs on the seaward side. Keep a firm grip on kids and stay well back from unguarded edges, especially when wind picks up off the Atlantic.
Trail Details
Pro Tips
Combine this with the Schoodic Head Trail for a loop rather than an out-and-back — descend via the gentler eastern slope and walk the road back to your car for a satisfying circuit of about two miles total.
The Schoodic Peninsula requires crossing the one-way Schoodic Loop Road to reach the trailhead. Time your visit for early morning or late afternoon when traffic is lighter and the light on the granite is at its best.
Bring shoes with aggressive tread — the granite slabs on this trail get polished slick, and after any rain they become genuinely treacherous. Trail runners are a gamble here; proper hiking boots pay dividends.
