Mt. Willey - Ethan Pond Trail, Willey Range Trail - 1-16-2021

Hiking Trail Conditions Report
	Peaks	Mt. Willey, NH

	Trails:	Ethan Pond Trail, Willey Range Trail

	Date of Hike:	Saturday, January 16, 2021

	Parking/Access Road Notes:	Parked near 302 at the AT crossing since new snow was coming in. Spotted a car at the Depot but we didn't make it to it. Depot lot was partially cleared.

	Surface Conditions:	Ice - Blue, Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow - Unpacked Powder, Snow - Drifts, Snow - Wet/Sticky

	Recommended Equipment:	Snowshoes, Light Traction

	Water Crossing Notes:	Several streams still flowing. Watch where you step.

	Trail Maintenance Notes:	Knocked snow off of bent trees and moved fallen sticks/branches off the trail. Some classic blowdowns still present with a couple new ones that are easy to go over.

	Dog-Related Notes:	She had fun. A bit wet but was better than staying home.

	Bugs:

	Lost and Found:	Lost a blue pack cover stop Willey. Strong wind gust took it right off.


	Comments:	Stayed at Ethan Pond Shelter to get an advantage on today's climb. Trails were pretty packed Friday but new snow has changed that. There was about 8 new inches on Willey which dropped to 2 near Ripley Falls Junction. Bring snowshoes this coming week. We topped out on Willey and quickly descended which was a good choice. Ladders are still good for booting up. Overall a fun day fighting through the snow and wind.

	Name:	Adventureskier

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	Date Submitted:	2021-01-16

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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.