| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Big Squaw Mountain, ME |
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 | Trails: |
Big Moose Mountain Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, July 14, 2018 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Parking was 1.5 miles down North Rd, which is off ME route 15 in Big Moose Township. Room for several cars. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Mud - Significant |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Only major crossing was easily rock hopped. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
A blowdown near the summit, otherwise no issues. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
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 | Bugs: |
Not much of a problem due to the cooler temperature. |
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 | Comments: |
The trail up Big Moose Mountain (formerly and still sometimes called Big Squaw Mountain) was in great shape from bottom to top and was blazed/maintained well. Parts of the steeper second half had rock/wooden steps, which helped a lot, especially on the hike down. Great directional views toward Moosehead Lake and the peaks of the 100-Mile Wilderness from the summit.
#34 on the New England 50 Finest is in the bag! |
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 | Name: |
Spencer |
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| Date Submitted: |
2018-07-15 |
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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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