| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Hale, Zealand Mountain, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Zealand Road, Hale Brook Trail, Lend-A-Hand Trail, Twinway, Zealand Spur, Zealand Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, January 18, 2020 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Lower Falls trailhead parking well plowed as always. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Thick/strong layer of ice over most crossings. |
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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: |
Started @ 10am from the Lower Falls parking lot with the intention of going to Hale and then Zealand. First time to these 2 peaks so wasn't sure what to expect regarding trail breaking. Later I found out that the Zealand hut is quite popular in the winter, so there were a few parties on the trail including two groups who were snowshoeing all the way to Zealand. With a snow storm in the afternoon forecast I increased the pace to make the loop in 8 hrs. Views from Zeacliff were spectacular and ominous. Clear views of Hancock & Carrigain to the South, and even Mt. Washington to the East. Great day for hiking! |
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 | Name: |
Eduardo |
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 | E-Mail: |
egarzagon@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2020-01-19 |
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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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