| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Welch Mountain (attempt), NH |
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 | Trails: |
Welch-Dickey Loop Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Wednesday, December 28, 2022 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Icy parking lot, go slow |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Wet Trail, Ice - Blue, Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow/Ice - Small Patches |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
First crossing a bit sketchy since the ice on the rocks was breaking up under our weight. We were able to cross further up. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
One big tree to duck under |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Our dogs slipped a lot and we had to make them walk on the sides to prevent injuries. |
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 | Comments: |
We wanted to hike the loop but turned around at the lookout due to extremely icy conditions. I even fell with my crampons on near the lookout...
We didnt want to risk it with our dogs (two 80lbs dogs). BUT it is doable with proper gear for humans with no dog.
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 | Name: |
Cynthia |
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 | E-Mail: |
cynthia.lemieux01@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2022-12-28 |
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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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