Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Katahdin - Baxter Peak, Mt. Katahdin - Hamlin Peak, Mt. Katahdin - Howe Peak, ME |
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| Trails: |
Chimney Pond Trail, Cathedral Trail, Saddle Trail, Cathedral Cut-Off, Northwest Basin Trail, Hamlin Ridge Trail, North Peaks Trail, Hamlin Peak Cut-Off |
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| Date of Hike: |
Tuesday, June 19, 2018 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
This was a last minute trip so Roaring Brook CG was booked solid so we stayed at Abol and got an early start and drove over to Roaring Brook to get a parkin spot. We had no problem, though there was a steady line of cars rolling in as we were getting ready (6:30 am). |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
Rock Hoppable or bridged |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
All in excellent shape. All trails blazed very well. A few minor blowdowns on Saddle below treeline. Some signage above treeline is beyond weathered and worn. Footpath on North Peaks Trail is difficult to discern in places, it’s apparent not many people venture over there. It’s too bad because there are spectacular and unique views looking back at the Knife Edge, Baxter and Hamlin Peaks. |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
Dogs are not allowed in Baxter SP |
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| Bugs: |
Yes but it was incredibly windy all day so they didn’t bother us! |
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| Comments: |
Excellent hike. Cathedral is a new favorite. I always enjoy my time in BSP, even on the short visits.
Something to note: Dudley Trail is closed for the 2018 season. |
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| Name: |
Whitney aka TipToe |
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| E-Mail: |
whitsilb at hotmail dot com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2018-06-23 |
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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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