Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Jefferson, NH |
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| Trails: |
Castle Trail, Jefferson Loop, Gulfside, Randolph Path, Israel Ridge Path |
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| Date of Hike: |
Saturday, July 27, 2013 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Bowman was empty when I arrived, full when I left |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
All easily crossed with dry boots. |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
All trails clear of major obstruction |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
None seen. Castle trail probably isn't a dog friendly option, unless you like carrying your dog over the scrambles. |
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| Bugs: |
Yep, they're out there. None biting. |
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| Comments: |
Headed up in the fog on Castle. Some of the scrambling on the Castles was a little sketchy on the greasy rocks. Since I was solo I considered turning back but was glad I didn't. Wouldn't want to have descended that way yesterday.
Broke out to a sea of clouds and sun on J's summit. Very cool watching the clouds go up Jefferson Ravine and swallow Adams. Throngs of folks on the ridge. Happy to retreat back to the quiet of Israel Ridge. What a great trail that is. Took a side excursion to the perch for lunch. Also took the detour to Emerald Bluff for some sunny photos of the Castles. Super fun loop that I'd do again in a minute. Beats going up the madness of humanity that was Appalachia. |
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| Name: |
Seth |
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| Date Submitted: |
2013-07-28 |
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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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