| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Lambert Ridge, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Ranger Trail, Lambert Ridge Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Friday, January 3, 2025 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Plenty of parking at the trailhead on Dorchester Rd. The lot was well plowed. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Trace/Minimal Depth, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Snow - Drifts |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
The Ranger Trail has one significant crossing at 1.9 miles (at the Fire Warden's garage). The water has higher than expected, but there were plenty of ice covered rocks to step on. The crossing was manageable with spikes. |
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 | Comments: |
There was a very light dusting of snow at the start of the Ranger Trail, but the trail was wet and weepy from the start. As I climbed, the snow got deeper and there were occasional patches of ice. I finally put on spikes for the water crossing at 1.9 miles. The Ranger Trail remained wet and slippery right up to the junction with Lambert Ridge Trail.
My goal for the day was just to complete the Ranger Trail. Once I reached the junction, I descended via the Lambert Ridge Trail instead of continuing to the summit of Smarts. Although Lambert Ridge was boney in places, there was snow and ice for most of the descent. I kept the spikes on until I was 0.5 miles from my car.
By the way, Lambert Ridge Trail is underrated. It has some gorgeous views of Smarts itself, Cardigan and other points to the southeast. |
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 | Name: |
Duct Tape |
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| Date Submitted: |
2025-01-04 |
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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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