| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Galehead Mountain, South Twin Mountain, North Twin Mountain, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Gale River Trail, Garfield Ridge Trail, Frost Trail, Twinway, North Twin Spur, North Twin Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, May 5, 2012 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Lots of parking; fee system was NOT operational at the Galehead Trail parking. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Significant, Snow/Ice - Monorail (Unstable), Standing/Running Water on Trail |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
The major water crossing coming down from North Twin is still very difficult. Some people went across the tree; others donned water shoes and hit the icy water. Took quite awhile to get the group across safely. There were other water crossings, but all easily doable. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
Maaintenance is noticeable on Galehead. Other trails had blowdowns, running water causing erosion (need more water bars), etc. We used the "winter route" to avoid any more significant water crossings. Perhaps, in the interest of safety, this route should become the trail (the herd path is well worn!). But those not familiar and following the blazes are faced with 3 difficult crossings, especially in the spring. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
We had 3 dogs on this hike. 2 did only to/from Galehead hut - no issues. One went the distance. There were a few spots where she wanted a boost - we think she was faking a little. The real issue was the water crossing at the end. No amount of coaxing on either side would get her to move. Her owner finally put her on a leash and took her across the water. |
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 | Bugs: |
Only in the parking lot. |
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 | Comments: |
It was a great day to be above the tree line. While it started as a rainy, closed in day, by the time we got to South Twin, the sky turned vivid blue and the magnificant views of Franconia Ridge opened up. |
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 | Name: |
Liz |
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| Date Submitted: |
2012-05-06 |
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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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