| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Flagg, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Mt. Flagg Trail, Gorilla Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Thursday, February 29, 2024 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Parking was ample at Merrowvista Camp, with their blessing. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow/Ice - Frozen Granular |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
The minor crossings on this route were easily done. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Several trees were down on the Mt. Flagg Trail. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
None. |
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 | Comments: |
It was a day for rock spikes. The lower trail had alternating stretches of bare ground, icy patches and hard, refrozen snow. Firm snow cover became consistent from about 2000' to the viewpoint. The short section of the Gorilla Trail to the true summit had alternating snow, with occasional breakable crust, and bare ground/rocks. The Canaan Trail toward the Ledges/Sentinel looked firm, with the snow cover reduced significantly.
Fun hike with Chris, avoiding the higher winds up north, although there were some strong gusts in the Ossipees, too. Out of the wind, the strength of the almost-spring sunshine was most appreciated. Views were lovely but didn't include the cloud-covered Presidentials on this day. |
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 | Name: |
RickB. |
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 | E-Mail: |
rickbb@comcast.net |
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| Date Submitted: |
2024-03-01 |
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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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