| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
North Kinsman, South Kinsman, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Mt. Kinsman Trail, Kinsman Ridge Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Sunday, January 31, 2021 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Lot was plowed room for a dozen cars if drivers are courteous. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes, Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
I think there were two leaners to duck under on MKT. One was more annoying than the other. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
saw a few. fine for fido, but no water. |
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 | Bugs: |
the rare and elusive ice gnat. |
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 | Lost and Found: |
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 | Comments: |
When I arrived at 8am the lot was half filled and it was -13. I had thought I was going to hike in leggings and a skirt, but thankfully I had brought an extra pair of pants to wear, and had an extra, extra pair in my pack. topside I got away with just a base layer and vest for the entire day. I opted to wear my snowshoes the entire day, but most were in spikes. MKT trail nicely packed, but as I was on my way out and most were on their way up, KRT trail was getting very chewed up by spikes and bare boots. More than a little irked by folks who made NO effort to get off the trail for social distancing. came upon more than a few who were stopped right in the MIDDLE of the trail with packs strewn about like they owned the place. I must be getting grumpier in my old age, because I was not impressed with the lack of trail etiquette, but I kept my mouth shut. The side trip out to Bald Peak was probably the best part of the day, I had it all to myself. |
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 | Name: |
hnd |
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| Date Submitted: |
2021-01-31 |
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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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