Baldpate Mountain - West Peak, Baldpate Mountain - East Peak - Appalachian Trail - 9-21-2011

Hiking Trail Conditions Report
	Peaks	Baldpate Mountain - West Peak, Baldpate Mountain - East Peak, ME

	Trails:	Appalachian Trail

	Date of Hike:	Wednesday, September 21, 2011

	Parking/Access Road Notes:	Plenty of space across the street at the Old Speck Tr. parking area

	Surface Conditions:	Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable

	Recommended Equipment:

	Water Crossing Notes:	a few small ones very easy

	Trail Maintenance Notes:	Depsite recent rains, this trail is in great shape. There has been extensive rock step work on the steeper sections. Only two leanovers and a small area of debris. Drainage for the most part is exellent. Bog bridges in good shape.

	Dog-Related Notes:	The 6 year old yellow lab (Parker?) that was with us today had no problems on the steep ledge areas around the ladders.

	Bugs:	none

	Lost and Found:


	Comments:	It is a long drive to this trailhead but well worth the time. It is a beautiful trail well maintained. The walk on the open ledeges of East Peak has 360 degree views on a clear day.

	Name:	Cymbidium

	E-Mail:	maineri@metrocast.net

	Date Submitted:	2011-09-22

	Link:	https://picasaweb.google.com/newhkm/Baldpate9212011?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCJ_g847nj6r5Xg&feat=directlink
		Disclaimer: Reports are not verified - conditions may vary. Use at own risk. Always be prepared when hiking. Observe all signs. Trail conditions reports are not substitutes for weather reports or common sense.