| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Big Sugarloaf, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Elwell Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Sunday, May 25, 2025 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
We drove up Bear Mountain Rd (Class 6 portion) to where the Elwell Trail crosses and parked at the solid/firm area in the big log landing just west of the junction. Bear Mountain Rd (the dirt section) has some big washouts but I've seen it worse. I don't think I'd take just any vehicle - you need a lotta clearance and good uphill traction - ideally a truck or jeep |
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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: |
no issues |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
I think there was a newer blowdown not far from the road |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
sure |
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 | Bugs: |
it was windy so there weren't any bugs |
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 | Comments: |
Terrific quick afternoon hike. Only about 17 minutes from car to summit. Absolutely beautiful woods - I love the gorgeous sidehill that curves around the mountain - one of my favorite places. Dubbed around the outlook and looked for the summit sign - didn't see it. |
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 | Name: |
Becca Munroe |
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| Date Submitted: |
2025-05-26 |
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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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