| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Spruce Hill, MA |
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 | Trails: |
Hoosac Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Friday, January 23, 2015 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Plenty at the trailhead off MA 2, a little to the west of Florida. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow - Unpacked Powder, Snow - Drifts, Snow/Ice - Postholes |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
The second half of the trail was in rough shape- a lot of blowdowns, hanging branches, and debris were to be seen. |
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 | Comments: |
My original plan (Greylock) fell through, so I drove east on MA 2, and when I saw this place, I did a U-turn and went back to it. I was impressed with it, notwithstanding the numerous debris and blowdowns on the second half of the trail. Grades were comfortable, the ridge walking was nice, and the views from Sunset Rock and Spruce Hill's summit were well worth it!
As far as trail conditions go, the trail is well packed to Sunset Rock. From there, the track gets progressively lighter- snow often drifted or was drifted onto it. Route finding could be tricky if this trail is completely unbroken.
A good day in the hills nonetheless! |
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 | Name: |
Spencer |
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| Date Submitted: |
2015-01-23 |
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 | Link: |
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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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