| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Garfield, Galehead, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Garfield, Garfield Ridge, Frost, Gale, Roadwalk |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Thursday, October 29, 2026 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
No issues |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
No issues |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Bog bridges nearing end of life in several places on Garfield Ridge and Gale River. It seems to me that the waterfall section of the trail on Garfield Ridge below the campsite would ideally benefit from being relocated. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
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 | Bugs: |
None |
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 | Lost and Found: |
None |
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 | Comments: |
A fast climb this morning to Garfield so wind was still fairly light when I summited, but Presidentials were still in the clouds. Winds increased and summit clouds cleared through the day. The waterfall section of Garfield Ridge was wet, but not icy, so I could descend safely, albeit slowly. Minor ice above 3700 feet on Garfield trail was easily avoided; no ice elsewhere. I forgot how rough Garfield Ridge is; it was slow going. Nice views from Galehead outlook and ledge on herd path to ascender’s left from summit. |
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 | Name: |
Jay Baxter |
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 | E-Mail: |
Jbaxtermdfacs@comcast.net |
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| Date Submitted: |
2026-10-29 |
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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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