Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Rocky Branch Shelter #1, NH |
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| Trails: |
Jericho Road, Rocky Branch Trail |
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| Date of Hike: |
Monday, October 4, 2021 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Dropped at Jericho Road Trailhead. no other vehicles on arrival. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
Crossing at closed bridge was slightly elevated. Not comfortable crossing anywhere to right of bridge. Darkness was setting and got creative and crossed. Next time out will look for options to the left. Would not attempt this crossing with any high water |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Trails in great shape. The closed part of Jericho Road looks like its seen some recent ditching and gravel. Rocky Branch Trail to shelter minor stepovers. no issues |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
none |
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| Bugs: |
none noted |
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| Comments: |
Quick evening hike to shelter. Shelter in great shape with nice fire ring. Had no problem finding a place to hang bear bag. Shelter and tentsite empty had a peaceful evening listening to the river and rain later in the night early am |
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| Name: |
scottb |
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| E-Mail: |
mainebeefman@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2021-10-05 |
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| Link: |
https:// |
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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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