| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Buck Hill (Monson), ME |
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 | Trails: |
Appalachian Trail, side trails |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Monday, May 26, 2025 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Plenty of parking |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
All were easily hoppable |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Trail has some blowdowns, but is in generally good shape |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Good hike for dogs |
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 | Bugs: |
Blackflies and a few mosquitoes |
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 | Lost and Found: |
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 | Comments: |
Today's hike was an out-and-back up and over Buck Hill in Monson. Located on the Appalachian Trail, Buck Hill offers a viewpoint towards the north from near its summit for relatively little effort. The trail from the north is a bit longer, but has less elevation gain, and it passes near Upper Doughty Pond. The Doughty Ponds are a pair of beautiful undeveloped ponds, and the short side trail is worth the detour. The trail from the south is short and direct, if unremarkable, with a bit more elevation gain. Although young trees are starting to obscure the viewpoint near the summit, there are still good views of the mountains in the 100 Mile Wilderness. Also, Goodell Brook Falls, near the trailhead on Route 15, is another worthwhile detour, and it is a great place to cool off after a hike. |
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 | Name: |
Sam Shirley |
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 | E-Mail: |
newenglandskier13@aol.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2025-05-26 |
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 | Link: |
 https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/activity-may-26-2025-6d6968d?p=-1&sh=qriocr&utm_medium=map_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality |
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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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