| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Killington Peak, Pico Peak, VT |
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 | Trails: |
Sherburne Pass Trail, Long Trail, Killington Spur, Pico Spur |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Sunday, April 6, 2014 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Lot is snow free and muddy. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow/Ice - Frozen Granular, Snow - Spring Snow |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction, Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Two very minor drainage crossings on the Sherburne Pass Trail. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Lots of small to medium size blow downs. All were step overs or easy walk arounds. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
I saw two Springer Spaniels out having a blast. |
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 | Bugs: |
None. |
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 | Comments: |
I decided to try to bag both Pico and Killington. I assumed that the Sherburne and AT would be passable and my guess was right! The trail was a side walk with little to no loose snow early in the day. Started in micro spikes but could have easily use crampons from the car. Needed the crampons starting at the ski slope crossing halfway up Sherburne. They were essential for the summit spur trails, especially Killington. Butt sledding down was an adventure!
On the way down the snow had softened up some but still little to no real postholing. I left the snow shoes on the pack as they would have be a headache while crossing the icy areas.
Beautiful day for a long hike. I could easily see Mansfield to the north and Mount Marcy in the 'dacks! |
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 | Name: |
HikingSchu |
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| Date Submitted: |
2014-04-06 |
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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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