| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Frankenstein Cliff,Falcon Cliff,Ripley Falls,Arethusa Falls, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Frankenstein Cliff Trail,Falcon Cliff Spur,Arethusa Ripley Trail,Arethusa Falls Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Parked at lower lot no other vehicles on arrival or return. Plenty of room |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Mud - Significant, Leaves - Significant/Slippery |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
No issues today other than if crossing at Ripley Falls would be tricky |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Many blowdowns just before Frankenstein Cliff. Falcon Cliff Spur sign in rough shape as well as Falcon Cliff sign.Arethusa-Ripley trail to Ripley Falls has several blowdowns and needs a good brushing. There is erosion in a few spots. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
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 | Bugs: |
No worries today |
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 | Comments: |
Nice hike of these trails today. Waterfall Wednesday was quite enjoyable. When arriving at Arethusa Falls it began to pour rain and encountered thunder several times. Looking forward to returning to hike Bemis Brook Trail |
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 | Name: |
scottb |
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 | E-Mail: |
Mainebeefman@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2025-05-07 |
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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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