| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Cannon Mountain, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Kinsman Ridge Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, February 18, 2023 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Summer lot at trailhead is not plowed, but plenty of room in the huge lots for the tram |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Ice - Blue, Snow/Ice - Frozen Granular |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
n/a |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
One or two duck unders, no issue |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
One happy pup! definitely some steep sections, but doable for most dogs |
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 | Bugs: |
n/a |
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 | Lost and Found: |
n/a |
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 | Comments: |
Cold, windy morning!
Trail was hard packed and pretty darn smooth. The only frozen post holes present were from where people had stepped off trail.
A shorter hike mileage wise, but it packs a punch with the steepness. The first 1.25 miles is a punisher. There were some icy sections on the steeps. I was happy I wore my crampons. most people were heading up in micros which were fine, but I appreciated the extra bite, especially on the descent.
Once breaking treeline for the open section, the wind picked up from there to the summit. Wind on the tower was pushing me all over the place.
Climbing the tower was probably the sketchiest part of the day- the ice and snow had frozen into the steps, so they weren't quite steps, but not quite a smooth slope either. be cautious, especially on the way down.
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 | Name: |
Woody |
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 | E-Mail: |
woodmanworldwide5@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2023-02-20 |
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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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