Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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The Horn, The Bulge, Mt. Cabot, NH |
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| Trails: |
Unknown Pond Trail, Kilkenny Ridge Trail, Horn Spur |
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| Date of Hike: |
Sunday, August 19, 2018 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Mill Brook Road (FR11) is open and well graded although limited to the width of one vehicle in places. Room for three vehicles beyond the bridge by the trailhead. Additional room at the end of Mill Brook Road that is a short distance from the trailhead. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
No significant water crossings |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Some fallen trees across the Kilkenny Ridge Trail between Unknown Pond and Mt Cabot. The branches have been cut to facilitate passage. Fairly easy to go over or under. |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
Good for dogs. The ledges at the top of The Horn may be tricky for some dogs. |
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| Bugs: |
None except dragon flies at Unknown Pond |
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| Comments: |
The route to Mt Cabot from Mill Brook Road was a pleasant alternative from the usual route from York Pond. The last time I hiked on this approach was 23 years ago. There is some wetness in the low section at the start of the Unknown Pond Trail. However, there are rocks and roots to avoid soaking your footwear. Higher up the trail passes through a nice birch glade and there are stretches of trail with no rocks or roots to contend with. At Unknown Pond I walked to the shore via the two authorized access routes. Take care to avoid the revegetation areas. If the skies are fair be sure to take the 0.3 mile walk up to The Horn for the best view on the range. Saw Touch-me-Nots, Asters, and Goldenrod flowers. There were lots of Bluebead Lily berries, Bunchberries, Hobblebush berries, Twisted Stalk berries and a few blueberries. No views from the summit of Mt Cabot. A short side trail leads to the highest point. |
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| Name: |
WAUMBEK |
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| E-Mail: |
WAUMBEK at Roadrunner dot com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2018-08-19 |
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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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