| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Shelburne Moriah Mountain, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Rattle River Trail, Kenduskeag Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Tuesday, October 25, 2016 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Large lot on Rt. 2. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Trace/Minimal Depth, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Ice - Breakable Crust, Snow - Unpacked Powder, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Leaves - Significant/Slippery |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Rocks were without ice and mostly dry. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
In good shape. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
No problems. |
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 | Comments: |
Other than the wet leaves, trail conditions are good on the first half of Rattle River, whereas the upper half where the trail steepens has significant snow accumulation. Deeper snow is up top on Kenduskeag and makes for good hiking. We put on light traction (stabilicers or micro spikes) at the junction and kept them on until we got all the way back down onto the Rattle River flats.
Despite the mountain's 52wav status, it could offer no views today, with heavy clouds, snow squalls, and strong winds. But no complaints. Bring on the snow! |
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 | Name: |
John C. |
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| Date Submitted: |
2016-10-25 |
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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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