| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Moosilauke, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Gorge Brook Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Sunday, December 23, 2018 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Many cars parked at the beginning of Ravine Lodge Rd (closed for winter), early arrival could secure a decent spot. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Standing/Running Water on Trail, Snow/Ice - Frozen Granular, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Snow/Ice - Monorail (Stable), Snow/Ice - Monorail (Unstable), Snow/Ice - Postholes |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
a few small blowdowns on the ridge, most easy to get by with the exception of one grabber. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
None |
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 | Bugs: |
None |
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 | Lost and Found: |
Nothing |
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 | Comments: |
Hard packed narrow monorail trail today. Postholes installed from beginning to end that deepening the higher you climb. I could easily manage around them keeping foot placement on the higher surfaces. Excellent views and perfect cool temperatures today. Normally I would call it a 'fast track' - but only if you have quick reflexes so you don't slip in the holes.
A little windy on the summit, so full riot gear was used.
On the way up someone stepped aside for me to pass by as I ascended and as always, I smiled and greeted them with hello, nice day to be out. They said 'only if I don't have to rescue you' I replied - 'No, thank you I don't need to be rescued' We summited and I crossed paths with the same hiker that grunted as I walked by.
The peak was beautiful and it was simply a magical day out, happiness is a choice. |
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 | Name: |
Rachel |
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 | E-Mail: |
ball one three one one at yahoo dot com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2018-12-23 |
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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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