Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Wachusett, MA |
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| Trails: |
Harrington Trail, Jack Frost Trail, Upper Link, Echo Lake Road, Echo Lake Trail |
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| Date of Hike: |
Wednesday, December 27, 2017 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Administration/Westminster cleared to the gate, parking available there without blocking. Small lot not cleared but snow has been packed down |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Trace/Minimal Depth, Ice - Blue, Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular |
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| Recommended Equipment: |
Traction |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
All crossings bridged |
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| Comments: |
Most trails are packed down except Mountain Rd at the summit. Echo Lake trail can be hiked without traction. Microspikes highly recommended for summitting and Jack Frost due to numerous icy spots covered with snow. Saw many hikers, only one pair in snowshoes. |
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| Name: |
Andrew |
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| Date Submitted: |
2017-12-27 |
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| Link: |
https:// |
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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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