Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Adams, Mt. Madison, NH |
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| Trails: |
Caps Ridge Trail, Jefferson Loop, Gulfside, Israel Ridge Path, Star Lake Trail, Osgood Trail, Watson Path, Valley Way |
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| Date of Hike: |
Saturday, August 9, 2014 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
We arrived just in time at both lots before substantial roadside parking. North end of Jefferson Notch Road narrow with some washboards. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
Crossing at bottom of Watson Path required a short leap. |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Caps Ridge near the first outlook rock is a little brushy; no issues elsewhere. |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
Some rough terrain; more rough and sharp rocks on Watson Path. |
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| Bugs: |
Flies biting at first lookout; not present afterwards. |
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| Lost and Found: |
Nice vest left on high rock on Gulfside between Jeff and Adams. |
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| Comments: |
All trails dry making for great hiking. Beautiful Pressie day; lots of hikers out. |
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| Name: |
franco |
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| Date Submitted: |
2014-08-10 |
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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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