| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Tom, Mt. Field, Mt. Willey, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Avalon Trail, A-Z Trail, Mt. Tom Spur, Willey Range Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, March 22, 2025 |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow/Ice - Frozen Granular, Snow - Wet/Sticky, Snow - Spring Snow, Snow/Ice - Postholes, Slush |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes, Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
No issues |
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 | Comments: |
Hit the trail around 7 AM with microspikes but switched to snowshoes once things got steeper. I broke trail up to Field—there was about 1–3 inches of fresh snow and some light drifting. The center of the trail was firm, but stepping even slightly off would result in a posthole or falling into a hidden tree well. Lots of postholes throughout the day.
Early on the way to Willey, there’s a steep section I’d consider a no-fall zone—it’d be tough to climb back up if you slipped. The Range Trail over to Tom and down A-Z was in good shape, though it started to get slushy as the day warmed up. From about 1 PM to 4 PM, snowmelt from the trees made it feel like light rain.
Saw a few folks out with just spikes—might be fine for Tom and Field, but I wouldn’t recommend going to Willey without snowshoes. You’ll definitely posthole in the warmer conditions. Met some friendly hikers along the way! |
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 | Name: |
Jakob |
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 | E-Mail: |
jakob.philippe@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2025-03-23 |
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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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