Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Baker Mountain, Number Four Mountain, ME |
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| Trails: |
Number Four Mountain Trail, Baker Mountain Trail |
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| Date of Hike: |
Monday, September 14, 2020 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Park along the road. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
None |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
2 or 3 blowdowns that require go-around. Another 8 or 10 that are step-overs or limbos. |
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| Bugs: |
No bugs |
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| Comments: |
Newish trail to Baker (3521' elevation), formerly a bushwhack, is a delight. Surface is conifer needles, moss, rocks and roots. The only other "big" mountain near Moosehead Lake is White Cap on the AT.
This is a fairly long day hike - 13 miles almost qualifies as a half-marathon. Elevation gain is around 3400'. Number Four has the views, but it's the getting there that makes Baker special. Sign-in canister at Baker summit. There's also one on Number Four somewhat hidden under the falling down wardens hut just below the fire tower. |
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| Name: |
Spartacus |
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| E-Mail: |
acmearb@hotmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2020-09-17 |
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| Link: |
https:// |
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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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