| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Thoreau Falls, Zeacliff, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Zealand Trail, Ethan Pond Trail, Thoreau Falls Trail, Zeacliff Trail, Twinway |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, October 4, 2025 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Scored a spot in the "overflow" area of Zealand just after 7. Upon return at noon, everything was full and there were many cars lining the side of Zealand Road. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Leaves - Significant/Slippery |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
All crossings were essentially trickles except for the crossing of Whitewall Brook on Zeacliff Trail. That was super low, so it was an easy rock hop. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
There are 3-4 large blowdowns on Zeacliff Trail that have fallen right in the middle of the trailbed. They all have established herd paths around them, so I imagine they've been there for a while (and since almost the entirety of Zeacliff is in a Wilderness Area, I don't think these are being touched anytime soon).
The leaf litter on Zeacliff made it tricky to stay on trail at points, especially higher up. However, there are a few blue blazes which were super helpful to stay on track. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Saw a few happy puppers. |
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 | Bugs: |
N/A |
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 | Lost and Found: |
N/A |
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 | Comments: |
Foliage is well past peak in the Zealand area. Based on the amount and state of leaf litter, I'd say peak was probably at least 7 days prior. Thoreau Falls is flowing, albeit with much less water than I've ever seen. Zeacliff Trail is a fun way to change it up if you don't mind a mile of hard work. That trail is definitely a calf-burner. |
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 | Name: |
Chef |
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| Date Submitted: |
2025-10-06 |
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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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