Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
| Peaks |
Little Haystack Mountain, Mt. Lincoln, Mt. Truman, Mt. Lafayette, NH |
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| Trails: |
Falling Waters Trail, Franconia Ridge Trail, Greenleaf Trail, Old Bridle Path |
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| Date of Hike: |
Sunday, November 15, 2015 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
There were cars there when we got there and there were cars there when we left. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Ice - Black, Snow - Trace/Minimal Depth, Leaves - Significant/Slippery, Snow/Ice - Small Patches |
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| Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
The water crossings on Falling Waters were easy to navigate if you took your time and watched your foot placement. Some of the exposed rocks were dry while others had black ice. Used poles for balance without traction and stayed dry. |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
The trails are in good condition. |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
There were a few dogs up on the ridge and they seemed to be doing OK. |
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| Bugs: |
No bugs. |
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| Lost and Found: |
Nothing lost or found. |
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| Comments: |
We did the loop counterclockwise - up Falling Waters and down Old Bridle. While there was ice on both of these trails I think going up Falling Waters was easier than having to come down it. Most in our group used light traction from the water falls on Falling Waters to the last steep descent from the Agonies on Old Bridle. I managed to get to Greenleaf Hut before using mine for the climb down while another in the group went the whole day without needing them. There are still plenty of exposed rocks to step on. There wasn't much snow along the ridge - the wind blew most people f it away, and where it didn't there wasn't much to worry about. |
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| Name: |
Michael & Monica |
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| E-Mail: |
michaelfblair@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2015-11-16 |
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| Link: |
https://www.meetup.com/random-hikers/events/226503704 |
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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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