| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Old Blue Mountain, ME |
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 | Trails: |
Appalachian Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Friday, July 15, 2022 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Roadside space near trail for 2-3 cars to park |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Water low or non existent, no real crossings on this section of AT |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
There are 3 sections with rungs and ladders secured to steep boulders on way up to old blue |
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 | Bugs: |
Minor issues personally — other hikers were complaining of deer flies |
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 | Comments: |
Old Blue mountain 3600’ on the AT, Township D, Franklin county
Appalachian Trail northbound from South Arm Road
First ½ mile is very steep and there are some excellent stone step sections. At other points in this first half mile trail is not well defined but totally do-able. Probably not a great choice of hike for those with fear of heights.
Did 4 miles total one way to well past the summit of old blue to the first viable water source. Wonderful and varied landscapes, great views of surrounds from summit and a number of other vantage points. Lots of thru hikers both northbound and southbound. |
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 | Name: |
Susy |
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| Date Submitted: |
2022-07-16 |
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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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