Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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North Doublehead, South Doublehead, NH |
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| Trails: |
Doublehead Ski Trail, Old Path, New Path |
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| Date of Hike: |
Monday, January 25, 2016 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Turnout on Dundee road, short walk to T/H up Doublehead Rd. Online info about a lot on private land is no longer accurate. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular |
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| Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
None |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
A few large blowdowns will bother skiers, but not hikers since they can easily be stepped over |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
OK |
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| Comments: |
Met a local guy who pointed out his family farm from the S. Doublehead ledges--he knows everyone in the area. He says that the lot on private land near the New Path is gone. The land owner got mad when "stupid people couldn't follow instructions" and repeatedly blocked his driveway. He says the only parking is at the turnout on Dundee Road. A short walk up Doublehead Rd leads to the ski trail. The Old Path splits off from this shortly. I used Micro-Spikes the whole hike. The ascent is short and steep up the Old Path with the best views from S. Doublehead. On a cloudless day the views of the Pressies were wonderful. Herd paths lead to other ledges which look into ME and Lakes Region. Views are limited on N. Doublehead, cabin is locked. |
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| Name: |
Stumblehome |
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| E-Mail: |
weblon88 at yahoo dot com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2016-01-26 |
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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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