| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Whiteface Mountain, Piper Mountain, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Piper Mountain Trail, Piper-Whiteface Link, Whiteface Mountain Trail, Vista Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, December 16, 2023 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
I arrived early at the lower Carriage Rd. gate as parking is limited. Please abide by the no parking signs. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Ice - Black, Ice - Blue |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Several happy pups out today. |
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 | Comments: |
What an absolutely stellar day in the Belknap Range today. Incredible weather for mid-December with zero snow, warm temps, bright sun, and no wind.
We took our time heading up Piper Mtn. Trail as there were areas of black ice that were mostly visible, and areas of thin frost that were almost invisible but still slippery. No spikes needed as there was enough dry ledge to walk on but we had to be mindful of footing. Sunny and south-facing areas were dry and ice-free.
Given the spectacular day, it was a little weird that we didn't see too many people. We hung out on Whiteface for a good half hour or so and on Piper's south ledges for about as long and no one else showed up in either place. Good to see Samantha, Nicole, and Jay out there today. |
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 | Name: |
KenM |
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 | E-Mail: |
kmacgray@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2023-12-16 |
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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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