| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Cabot, NH |
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 | Trails: |
York Pond Trail, Bunnell Notch Trail, Kilkenny Ridge Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, December 31, 2022 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Road was easily passable and the lot was clear |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Wet/Sticky, Snow - Spring Snow, Snow/Ice - Postholes |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
No major crossings on this route. All the little ones were an easy stepover. The largest had a partially snow bridge that was plenty stable |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
A few step overs, but nothing major |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
great trail for pups. Saw a few out enjoying the morning |
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 | Bugs: |
n/a |
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 | Lost and Found: |
n/a |
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 | Comments: |
Warm start- high 30s even before sunrise. There was decent snow pack right from the parking lot so I donned snow shoes from the get go.
There were a few bony sections while hiking alongside the stream, but no issues staying in shoes. The actual ascent once on Kilkenny ridge trail was well packed and fast (especially on the way down!) From the cabin to the summit, the snow was a little looser and there were plenty of post holes from barebooters. I punched through a few times even in shoes.
The trek down was fast, however the snow was getting softer by the minute in the warm temps. Most hikers were headed up in just spikes, so no doubt the trail got beat up. |
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 | Name: |
Woody |
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 | E-Mail: |
woodmanworldwide5@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2023-01-03 |
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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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