| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Shaw, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Shannon Brook Trail, Bald Knob Cutoff, Bald Knob Trail, Turtleback Mountain Trail, Black Snout Trail, High Ridge Trail, Oak Ridge Cutoff, Upper Bridle Path |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Thursday, May 21, 2020 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Parking at Rt 171 was nearly empty when I arrived, ~ 9:30am, and just a few vehicles when I returned. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
None. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Well maintained. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
One well-behaved dog. |
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 | Bugs: |
Lots. Bring repellant! |
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 | Lost and Found: |
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 | Comments: |
Stunning day out, with magnificent views of the (still snowy) Presidentials and Franconia Ridge from the top of Mt Shaw. Castle in the Clouds closed, but all trails are in good shape. Saw perhaps 10 other hikers. Carried my micro spikes, but no need for traction. |
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 | Name: |
Mark |
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 | E-Mail: |
mjmcpeak12000@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2020-05-21 |
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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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