| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Madison, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Howker Ridge Trail, Osgood Trail, Watson Path, Brookside Trail, Kelton Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Friday, July 31, 2020 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
It seems that the Howker ridge trail is little used. Appalachia was packed, the Howker Ridge lot had one car when we got there. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
None were difficult |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
All trails were in good shape with the exception of the Brookside trail. That stretch was a little rough. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Didn't see many. |
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 | Bugs: |
A few around, but not too pesky |
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 | Lost and Found: |
None seen or found |
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 | Comments: |
This is a great route up Madison. The Howker Ridge Trail is one pleasant surprise after another. The Watson Path isn't the easiest way off Madison, but the views are good until the tree line.
The Kelton trail is well built and a very enjoyable woods walk. |
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 | Name: |
David Priester |
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 | E-Mail: |
david.priester@twcny.rr.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2020-08-03 |
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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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