| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Unknown Pond Peak, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Unknown Pond Trail, Kilkenny Ridge Trail, bushwhack, herd paths |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Wednesday, July 26, 2023 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Spaces for 3-4 cars along road after bridge at trailhead off Mill Brook Rd. 2 on arrival at 11, 1 left at 2:30. |
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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: |
rock hops |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Trails in great shape, maybe a few small stepovers (remember at least 1) |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Cooper had a great day. Gradual easy trail for pups. Several water crossings at lower elevations, and of course the pond at higher locations. Mud accumulated on paws, etc. can easily be washed in the stream right at the tailhead. |
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 | Bugs: |
Bothersome at the summit, and they were buzzing on the trails. Breeze at pond blew them away. |
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 | Comments: |
Lovely approach to the Unknown Pond Area. Gradual ascent, streams near for pup to occasionally wander through. Nice pond views. Mud was minimal, and avoidable, compared to other recently hiked trails. Proceeded to HOL to start BW. Herd path easily picked up shortly after entering forest, which leads directly to the summit with canister and moose shed antler. No pensile in canister, so I left one. Baggies had holes, so next person coming may want to bring extra. Side excursion to campsite and pond for quick snack. Very quiet day on mountain, only saw 5 others. |
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 | Name: |
CookiesOnTop |
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 | E-Mail: |
schwarzmc at yahoo dot com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2023-07-26 |
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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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