Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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South Hancock (attempt), NH |
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| Trails: |
Sawyer River Trail, Hancock Notch Trail, Cedar Brook Trail, Hancock Loop |
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| Date of Hike: |
Monday, May 9, 2016 |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Snow/Ice - Frozen Granular |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
No issues except for significant water on Hancock notch to Sawyer River |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Hancock Notch was significantly overgrown in places, very few blazes, and washed out along Sawyer River. NOT recommended if you are unfamiliar with the route. Can become disorienting and easy to lose the trail. |
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| Bugs: |
None |
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| Lost and Found: |
The trail was lost but eventually found. |
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| Comments: |
Trail up South Hancock had significant ice requiring turnaround. Would suggest going to North peak first. |
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| Name: |
Jason |
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| Date Submitted: |
2016-05-10 |
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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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