| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Moosilauke, South Peak, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Gorge Brook, Carriage Road, Snapper Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, November 15, 2025 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Ravine road was still open today. Very icy eary on. Saw one car across sliding down the road. Another reason to own a Subaru! |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Trace/Minimal Depth, Snow - Unpacked Powder, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Snow - Drifts, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes, Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Bridges and rocks to step over |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Large tree down acronn Carriage Rd. Easily stepped over |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
My 2.5 yr od Aussie did fine. The drifts on the summit and over to South Peak were deeper than expected, but he stayed right behind us and had no issues. |
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 | Bugs: |
Seriously? Thats why we hike in the winter...None! |
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 | Comments: |
Not a bad day for our first time up this peak and forst winter hike of the season. Donned the spikes at the DOC Lodge and needed them the whole day. Snowshoes were not needed, but the drifts on the summit of Moosilauke and the trail over to South Peak could have definietly used snowshoes for easier walking. A bit windy at the top with fast moving cloud cover that allowed stellar views and a very impressive undercast. Carriage Road trail down was easy going as was Snapper. Plenty of running water on Gorge Brook and Snapper if you want to filter and lighten your pack. |
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 | Name: |
Jim Gosselin |
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 | E-Mail: |
jagoss45@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2025-11-15 |
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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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