| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Monroe, Mt. Washington, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail, Crawford Path, Monroe Loop, Nelson Crag Trail, Cog Rail Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Monday, September 4, 2023 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
$10 per person at Cog (cash only). |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Rock hoppable |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
No blowdowns. Unmitigated erosion above the pool continues, in part due to waterbars not being maintained. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Some dogs were struggling with the heat and rocks. |
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 | Bugs: |
Minimal |
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 | Lost and Found: |
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 | Comments: |
Lower Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail had some wet spots and minor mud, but wasn't terrible. It is a shame they're going to abandon this stretch; I think the washout could be mitigated with stone and/or logs. Not looking forward to the circuitous relo being built above it.
Some wet ledges on the Ammo above the pool. High elevation birch are starting to turn gold/brown.
Fairly dry above treeline, but also crowded. Some folks tramping on the alpine vegetation.
Cog Rail Trail was dry, but also loose. Poles would be helpful.
Warm late summer day with temperatures climbing from the 60s to about 80 at the base. Occasional summit cloud, but otherwise sunny and hazy. |
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 | Name: |
rocket21 |
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 | E-Mail: |
rocket21@franklinwebpublishing.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2023-09-04 |
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 | Link: |
 https://www.franklinsites.com/hikephotos/ |
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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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