| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Bald Peak, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Mt. Kinsman Trail, Bald Peak Spur |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Thursday, January 8, 2026 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
The new trailhead and parking, off NH 116 on private land, are about 0.2 mi. north of the former parking. The former parking is closed and will be physically barricaded soon. The new lot (plowed in winter) requires a fee -- $10 for in-state or $20 for out-of-state, payable via cash or Venmo. Parking is first come, first served and limited to 15 spaces with no overflow. Have a backup plan in mind if the lot is full. Parking along NH 116 is not allowed per NHDOT, the local police departments, and the private landowners. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Unpacked Powder |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Still solidly bridged but running water could be heard beneath. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Blazes on Mt. Kinsman Trail could be touched up but it's not a huge priority. |
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 | Comments: |
Foot traffic on these trails today was a mix of snowshoes, bare boots, and spikes. With a few inches of new snow on the ground, I went with snowshoes round-trip. More snowshoe love is needed to help set up a good track. Warming temps caused snow to ball up under the 'shoes on the way down.
Low cloud cover obscured the views today but the forest was beautiful with the new snow. Good to chat with several friendly hikers long the way. |
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 | Name: |
KenM |
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 | E-Mail: |
kmacgray@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2026-01-08 |
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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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