Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Lafayette, NH |
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| Trails: |
Skookumchuck Trail, Garfield Ridge Trail, Greenleaf Trail, bike path |
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| Date of Hike: |
Saturday, July 30, 2016 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Plenty at the Skookumchuck trailhead. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
No issues. |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Trails are in good shape. There is a duck-under leaner about 3 miles or so up the Skookumchuck trail which doesn't appear too solid. It's not quite a widowmaker but it would make a good bump on your noggin. |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
I saw a couple which seemed to be carrying on just fine. |
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| Bugs: |
Hardly any. |
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| Lost and Found: |
Nothing. |
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| Comments: |
I had wanted to do this loop last Saturday but I'm glad I waited. The Skookumchuck Trail is a pleasure and a fine alternative to the trails in the notch. Judging by the amount of cobwebs I broke in the morning I'd guess I was the first one on this trail today. In fact I didn't see a single person until I hit the GRT where quite a few NOBO's were making their way. At the summit there were many dozens of folks around but even still I stayed for an hour snapping pics and soaking up the sun. Below the hut maybe 20 people were making their way up as I was descending. Hardly anyone on the bike path. A great day to be outside!
PS: I saw a DOT sign just N of exit 32 on the southbound side which was flashing a message about road work starting Monday between exits 30 and 33. |
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| Name: |
HMJ |
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| Date Submitted: |
2016-07-30 |
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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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