| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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North Kinsman, South Kinsman, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Mt. Kinsman Trail, Kinsman Ridge Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Thursday, June 24, 2021 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Parking lot had ample parking at 9am. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
A couple of small streams to cross on the Kinsman Trail. Low water levels made for super easy rock hops across. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Saw a couple of sweet pooches out today. |
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 | Bugs: |
A gentle breeze throughout the day kept all the bugs away!! |
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 | Lost and Found: |
Pink dog collar left hanging on the Kinsman Trail Sign as you enter the trail |
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 | Comments: |
What a gorgeous day to be out on the Kinsmans. The Mt. Kinsman Trail (western approach from 116) is a great way to hit these two peaks if you want to avoid large crowds. I had the trail mostly to myself with the exception of a few passing by along the way. The trail was dry and very well marked (blue blazes). The side trip to Bald Peak (2.1 miles in and only a .2 spur over) is absolutely worth it for the incredible views you will get (views of both North and South Kinsman, Moosilauke, Cannon and more). A couple of muddy patches along the trek up to N.Kinsman but all avoidable. KRT was nice and dry and rock scrambling was a breeze with the dry conditions. When you reach the throne cairn at the South summit, be sure to walk on an additional .1 mile or so for an amazing lookout. |
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 | Name: |
TinaTreksNE |
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 | E-Mail: |
tnjmerritt@yahoo.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2021-06-25 |
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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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