North Twin Mountain, South Twin Mountain - North Twin Trail, herd path, North Twin Spur - 7-27-2019

Hiking Trail Conditions Report
	Peaks	North Twin Mountain, South Twin Mountain, NH

	Trails:	North Twin Trail, herd path, North Twin Spur

	Date of Hike:	Saturday, July 27, 2019

	Parking/Access Road Notes:	Haystack Road is in good condition. The small lot at the end of the road was full at 7:30AM. Many vehicles parked on one side of the road. Parking is prohibited on the other side of the road to allow for passage of vehicles.

	Surface Conditions:	Dry Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable

	Recommended Equipment:

	Water Crossing Notes:	I avoided the first two crossings of Little River by taking the alternative path. The third crossing was easy as the water level was relatively low. Crossed just a few feet upstream of a direct crossing on the path.

	Trail Maintenance Notes:	One sizable evergreen across the trail on North Twin Spur. The tree had been de-limbed so the duck under passage was fine. The North Twin Trail seemed like a dry brook bed with so many rocks. Many of the small rocks are loose. I imagine water runs off down the trail after rain storms and the Spring thaw. The North Twin Trail could use some rock steps or water bars to help control erosion. The North Twin Spur trail had the usual mud spots but there are many strategically placed rocks to traverse these sections with dry boots. Otherwise, the North Twin Trail maintenance is fine as the pathway was clear.

	Dog-Related Notes:	Saw some dogs. All were friendly today.

	Bugs:	None

	Lost and Found:


	Comments:	Lots of hikers coming to the Twins from many approaches. Good views from both summits although the humidity cut down on the clarity.

	Name:	WAUMBEK

	E-Mail:	WAUMBEK at Roadrunner dot com

	Date Submitted:	2019-07-27

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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.