Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Garfield, NH |
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| Trails: |
Gale River Road, Garfield Trail, Garfield Ridge Trail |
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| Date of Hike: |
Sunday, May 1, 2022 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
I was able to sneak in on the side, avoiding parking on Rte 3. |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Slush |
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| Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
All crossings were manageable. |
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| Trail Maintenance Notes: |
There are some big blowdowns on the trail (and one on Gale River Road), including one previously mentioned on the 0.2 to the summit. Anyone over 5'4" might have a problem with this one, especially on the descent from the summit. |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
A few cute pups with cool owners |
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| Comments: |
Sunday was a beautiful day for a hike! No wind at the summit, views for miles and miles, tons of sunshine. Had to reapply sunscreen, as there was little shade in the early spring. Great meeting many cool people on the trail. Snow covered trail began around halfway up. I put on microspikes; most folks barebooted up to the AT and added spikes for the 0.2 trail to the summit. Snow was melting fast in the warm temps, and was pretty mushy and slippery on the way down, but more fun than worrisome. |
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| Name: |
Hiker5e |
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| E-Mail: |
hikewith5e@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2022-05-02 |
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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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