| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Surprise, Mt. Moriah, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Carter-Moriah Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
No issues. No cars when I arrived, two when I left. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Snow/Ice - Frozen Granular, Snow/Ice - Monorail (Stable), Snow/Ice - Monorail (Unstable), Snow/Ice - Postholes |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction, Snowshoes |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
None. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Thanks to whomever cleared the snow off the "Mt Moriah Summit" sign. I might have missed it, if not. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
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 | Bugs: |
Only at the parking lot if you linger too long. No issues on trails. |
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 | Comments: |
Dry ground till 2900' just after the second viewpoint. Microspikes went on and stayed on after this point, more aggressive traction or snowshoes would not be overkill. Foot placement is very important. Monorail is mostly stable, but you do not want to step inches to either side or you will posthole several feet. Rock summit itself is completely clear of snow and ice, but the snow at the intersection at the top is 4-5' high. Overall, a gorgeous day. Saw 3 other hikers on the way back down. |
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 | Name: |
Matt |
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 | E-Mail: |
mksoraghan@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2020-05-19 |
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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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