| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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North Weeks, NH |
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 | Trails: |
York Pond Trail, Kilkenny Ridge Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Friday, August 27, 2010 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Before embarking on this hike, we stopped at the offices located at the trailhead for the Mill Brook Trail. We asked the person at the desk (located on the upstairs floor) if there would be a problem with coming out after the 4 PM gate closure. We were told that generally, the gate is closed at 4 PM but left unlocked. However, it was further indicated that it is always best to call (603 449-3412) or check with someone in person if you think you'll be leaving the gated area after 4 PM. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Standing/Running Water on Trail |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
See Comments section below. |
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 | Comments: |
York Pond Trail: This trail was overall in good shape. The first 0.9 mile of the trail had some spots that were a bit overgrown with seasonal grasses and weeds, but the trail was still very navigable and easy to follow. Also, there were some muddy areas, but nothing to cause any concern. The brook crossings were doable, but to avoid wet boots (or taking a spill) care should be taken since the rocks and logs used for the brook crossings are quite slippery. /////// Kilkenny Ridge Trail: From the junction with the York Pond Trail to North Weeks, this trail has numerous blowdowns (and a few spots could use some brushing). There are workarounds for the blowdowns, and there should be no issues with following the trail. On the day of this hike, the trail was wet from overnight rain, and so it was slippery in spots.
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 | Name: |
1HappyHiker |
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| Date Submitted: |
2010-08-28 |
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 | Link: |
 https://www.viewsfromthetop.com/forums/showthread.php?t=37387 |
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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. |
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