Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Hedgehog Mountain, NH |
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| Trails: |
UNH Trail |
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| Date of Hike: |
Saturday, October 13, 2012 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Large lot was completely full with cars lining access road out to and then along 302; Ranger was there collecting money from the fee tube when I arrived. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Standing/Running Water on Trail |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
None of Consequence |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
A number of blowdowns - 2 older 1 foot diameter stepovers below Allen's Ledge, 2 4-6 diameter duckunders between Allen's ledge and the summit - one easy and one you'll need to duck a little more - these will become problematic with snow, 3 4-6 inch blowdowns between the summit and the east ledges all easy stepovers and one easy step over between the east ledges and the trailhead |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
Several dogs out on the trails having fun today, plenty of water along the way. |
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| Comments: |
NOTE: for those like me that haven't been on UNH trail since last year - they have done a major trail relocation on the branch heading to the east ledges. The loop junction is now located .6 miles up the west branch just above the clear cut section. Plenty of signs to direct hikers and a nice explanation for the reason for the re-route.
A great October day for a hike, clear skies and great views. Saw 20+ people out on the trails today. Up west branch and down east. Heading up a few spots of mud and above Allen's ledge a few damp rocks. A little mud and a few damp rocks from the summit down to the east ledge. Some wet and slick rocks right below the east ledges and there were a few spots where ice was forming on the rocks - enough to make sure you keep an eye on your steps; down lower a few spots with running water making the rock a bit slick. Sign points out the relocated trail section which the crews did a great job with. |
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| Name: |
Brian from Maine |
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| E-Mail: |
brobert1@maine.rr.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2012-10-14 |
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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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