| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
East Osceola, Mt. Osceola, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Greeley Ponds Trail, Mt. Osceola Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, April 16, 2016 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
None |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Ice - Black |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Traction, Ice Axe |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Passable Streams |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
None |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
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 | Bugs: |
None |
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 | Lost and Found: |
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 | Comments: |
Good conditions first ~1.5 miles in. After that, the trail became completely covered in ice for the North facing ascent. Nearly impassable without any traction, and dangerous with only microspikes and poles on the steep portions of the trail. Like others, we spent most of the ascent in the trees on the sides of the trail, and we did witness a nasty fall from another hiker. The hike between East Osceola and Osceola was more manageable, but still difficult with ice cover. Until the ice melts more, I'd suggest looking for a trail with more of a south face. The temperatures are lovely, and so are parts of the trail that get more sun. |
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 | Name: |
Laura M |
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| Date Submitted: |
2016-04-18 |
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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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