| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Mt. Garfield, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Gale River Road, Garfield Trail, Garfield Ridge Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Thursday, February 9, 2023 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Lots near the gate has space for 8 or so vehicles |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow - Unpacked Powder, Snow/Ice - Frozen Granular, Snow - Drifts |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes, Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
All snow/ice bridged |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
A couple step over trees a couple duck under trees |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
Didn't see any dogs. Trail is well packed, shouldn't be an issue |
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 | Comments: |
Trail conditions were fast. The first 5 miles were well packed and doable in micro spikes. The last 1.5 mile to the top, had a covering of loose snow. 1-2 inches, with a few windswept spots that were deeper. The spur to the summit was a bit of a challenge with the loose snow. Had to dig in the heel spikes to maintain footing. The summit had a lot rime ice. Mostly cloudy skies with the incoming front, but still had good views across the range. The descent from the summit, required side stepping and cutting steps into the loose snow to avoid sliding and slipping. We made a quick descent with some trail running. 5hrs 35 mins round trip for the 12.6 mile trek. #44/winter48 ?????????? |
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 | Name: |
Diane Stuart |
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 | E-Mail: |
stucroftfarm@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2023-02-09 |
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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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