Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Starr King, Mt. Waumbek, NH |
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| Trails: |
Starr King Trail |
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| Date of Hike: |
Saturday, January 8, 2022 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Trail head lot was mostly packed down from traffic, but there is ice under snow on the road up the hill. Also, as noted in previous posts, the road up is a bit bumpy & pot holed, but OK if moving pretty slow even for low cars, like mine. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Trace/Minimal Depth, Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular |
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| Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
Few walk overs |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Trail in great shape, minor step overs |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
Coop had a great time as usual. Met 3 other well behaved pups, including Riley who just completed the AT and ~38/48 4000 footers (she was sporting a very nice red coat and purple booties as well). |
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| Comments: |
This was the place to be today!!! Lot was filling fast on our late 10:30 arrival. Around 20 cars, and at least 4 more right behind us. Trails were well packed and fast, but one could tell there was ice right under the thinly packed trail. Good set of spikes were the traction of the day. Snowshoes not needed, plus the cover is still thin with occasional rocks near the surface to trick up footing.
Seems like everyone was enjoying the summits and views at the same time, probably due to the fantastic conditions. Spectacular blue skies and low winds, although a bit chilly. Must have seen 40 people on the trail today. |
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| Name: |
CookiesOnTop |
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| E-Mail: |
schwarzmc at yahoo |
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| Date Submitted: |
2022-01-08 |
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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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