| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Sandwich Dome, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Flat Mountain Pond Trail, Bennett St Trail, Gleason Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Parked in the lot at the end of Bennett St. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
A few easy crossings at the moment. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
As usual the WODC trails are beautifully maintained. |
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 | Comments: |
I went up Bennett St Trail to the summit. I was also on Bennett St Trail for most of the descent, but I took a detour to the short remaining section of Gleason Trail (0.5 miles). The upper part of Gleason Trail is officially closed.
It was a beautiful autumn day in the woods. The view from the summit was spectacular. Waterville Valley and beyond are approaching peak foliage. Suprisingly, the Squam Lakes area still has lots of green. So, I don't think the southern White Mountain region is at peak yet.
Safety Note: When I was starting my hike, two trucks arrived with hunters and several bear dogs. It's bear season until November 10 and of course there are overlapping seasons for deer and other game. It's time to think about wearing bright colors in the woods. |
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 | Name: |
Duct Tape |
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| Date Submitted: |
2026-10-06 |
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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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