| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Black Mountain, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Chippewa Trail, Lime Kiln side path |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Sunday, January 31, 2016 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Room for 3-4 cars at the trailhead (plowed) and room for more if needed on the side of Lime Kiln Road. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Snow - Trace/Minimal Depth, Ice - Blue, Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow/Ice - Small Patches |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
No issues. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
No issues. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
I saw two which seemed to be enjoying the day. |
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 | Bugs: |
No issues. |
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 | Lost and Found: |
Nothing. |
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 | Comments: |
The Chippewa trail is a mix of ice, bare trail and packed snow barely covering the trail. If I had to guess these conditions are in near equal amounts though varied throughout. Even the bare trail was well frozen in spots making Microspikes a good choice today.
I didn't see anyone on my ascent and had the summit to myself along with the handful of viewpoints along the way. Even with the clouds this morning fine views were had at all of them. One the way down I only encountered three folks and the two pooches. The side trip to the Lime Kilns is well worth it IMO. Quite a nice way to spend a morning! |
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 | Name: |
HMJ |
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| Date Submitted: |
2016-01-31 |
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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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