| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Madison, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Howker Ridge Trail, Osgood Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, August 20, 2011 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Parked at Randolph East. I was 2nd this morning with 12 vehicles on my return. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
1 easy at Hitchcock Fall |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Trail is great shape. Some rock steps at several locations and step stones in a couple of muddy sections. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
none today |
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 | Bugs: |
none today |
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 | Lost and Found: |
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 | Comments: |
My first time on this trail. It is in good shape and is a steady climb along Howker Ridge. The Howks are really nice with great views.
Hazy sky in the distance, had a foggy undercast along the Androscogin River valley. Mt. Madison had great views into Great Gulf (pun intended) and to the other peaks Adams, Clay, Washington, Wildcat and the Carter Range. The Mahoosuc Range and the Kilkenney Area too hazy. Nice light breeze above treeline, warm and humid below treeline. Saw 36 hikers today. A great day for this trail and peak. |
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 | Name: |
Rick S. |
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| Date Submitted: |
2011-08-20 |
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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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