| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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South Moat Mountain, Middle Moat Mountain (attempt), NH |
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 | Trails: |
Moat Mountain Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Snow/Ice - Monorail (Stable), Snow - Spring Snow, Snow/Ice - Postholes |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
No issues |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
A few fallen branches on middle section of Moat Mountain trail going up to South Moat |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
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 | Bugs: |
A few bugs seen, none biting |
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 | Comments: |
Most parts of the trail lower down were snow free. A relatively stable monorail for parts of the trail was seen, though this might not last given the temperatures. Some flooded areas in the wooded part of the trail due to melting snow. The slab sections had running water and were a bit slippery, probably from melting snow also. Upper part of trail near South Moat peak had very soft, fairly deep snow that likely requires snowshoes to avoid deep postholes. This also seemed to be the condition of the trail along the ridgeline to Middle Moat, but did not investigate further beyond South Moat summit due to time constraints. Windy day at the summit, but spectacular views! |
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 | Name: |
AR |
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| Date Submitted: |
2023-04-12 |
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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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