| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Cannon, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Kinsman risge |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Sunday, January 11, 2026 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Parked in tram lot |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Unpacked Powder, Snow - Wet/Sticky |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes, Light Traction |
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 | Comments: |
Microspikes the whole way. Early in the day it was solid with a thin crunchy layer from overnight no need for snowshoes. Just after the first cliff overlook (~1 mile) though there was a bit more new snow and it quickly became soft and choppy. It wasn’t unreasonable in spikes but wouldn’t have regretted switching to snowshoes here but didn’t take them this time. Most people I saw ascending also didn’t wear snowshoes but on my way down passed a few groups going up w snowshoes and a skinner which will immensely help smooth the trail.
TLDR start with spikes, carry the snowshoes for later. |
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 | Name: |
Erin |
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 | E-Mail: |
ekmcm22@gmail.com |
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| Date Submitted: |
2026-01-11 |
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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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