| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Black Mountain (Benton), NH |
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 | Trails: |
Chippewa Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Wednesday, March 8, 2023 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
4-6 cars max in lot if park close and double park. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Unpacked Powder, Snow - Drifts, Snow/Ice - Postholes |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Very small streams to step,over |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
One big blowdown tree 1.4 miles, can duck under though. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
None |
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 | Bugs: |
None |
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 | Lost and Found: |
None |
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 | Comments: |
Started at 0745 and the trail was a combination of snowshoes and post holes for first 0.5 miles. Then totally post holed to the summit. We (Elaine, Sarah and I) packed it down well, and another group of 2 came afterwards so the trail is good for the next few days! It is steep in some parts. The sun came out at summit for a while along with some wind. Decent views though. Definitely bring or wear snowshoes as there are drifts on ledges near top. Overall beautiful hike, and 25 feet down from summit ledge is a big log to eat lunch on without being exposed. There are steep sections but some portions gradual incline and flat through beautiful forests. I hope people get out there to experience this hike! Challenging at times but so worth it. |
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 | Name: |
Haole Girl |
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 | E-Mail: |
maryjane1222@me.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2023-03-08 |
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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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