Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
| Peaks |
North Hancock (attempt), South Hancock (attempt), NH |
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| Trails: |
Hancock Notch Trail, Cedar Brook Trail |
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| Date of Hike: |
Saturday, April 20, 2013 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
None |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Snow - Spring Snow |
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| Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
The first few water crossings were tricky, but doable. We had to call the hike due to the 5th major water crossing, as the water was too deep and the current was too fast to cross |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
None |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
Trail was fine for dogs. Penny crossed the water easier than us (1/2 Newfoudnland 1/2 St. Bernard) |
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| Bugs: |
None |
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| Lost and Found: |
None |
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| Comments: |
Dissapointed not to be able to reach these peaks. Gaitors and waterproof boots were minimum necessity to cross at least one of the water crossings |
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| Name: |
J |
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| E-Mail: |
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| Date Submitted: |
2013-04-20 |
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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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