Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Mt. Moriah (attempt), NH |
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| Trails: |
Stony Brook Trail, Carter Moriah Trail |
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| Date of Hike: |
Sunday, December 18, 2022 |
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| Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Hooray for the forest service who showed up just before us this morning to plow! |
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| Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Unpacked Powder, Snow - Drifts |
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| Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes |
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| Water Crossing Notes: |
The major crossing of Stony Brook was mostly snow covered but there was clearly water running under the snow in spots so it still requires care. |
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| Dog-Related Notes: |
Very do-able for dogs who are comfortable in deep snow. Sadly one dog was too comfortable pooping in the middle of the trail. |
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| Comments: |
The reports of 20ish inches in Gorham and 24" at Wildcat Resort did not disappoint. Wet snow compacting snow down low transitioned into powder after a couple of miles and the higher elevations had at least 2.5 feet of fresh fluffy goodness. At times it was like swimming uphill in snow and we were grateful to share the trail breaking duties with Larry and Pete. We made it about a 1/2 mile past the junction and were gassed so we called it a day there. 4 folks who came up behind us continued on so there's a good chance the whole thing is broken out now. Snowshoes worn by all = trail is in fantastic shape! |
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| Name: |
Splash and Britty Cent |
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| Date Submitted: |
2022-12-18 |
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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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