| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
 | Peaks |
Stratton Mountain (attempt), VT |
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 | Trails: |
Appalachian Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Friday, February 6, 2015 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
Plenty at the end of the maintained section of Stratton Arlington Rd. The last few miles of it, though, isn't plowed too well and may require care. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Snow - Unpacked Powder |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Snowshoes |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
Some were deceiving and tricky- I tripped and fell while crossing a minor one, and the one major crossing was wide and possibly poorly bridged. |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
A few hanging branches, otherwise in good shape. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
I'd strongly advise against bringing any dog here right now due to the sheer thickness of the snow. |
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 | Comments: |
Turned back at about 1.4 miles (after the crossing of FR 341) when I encountered 1 to 2 ft. deep snow almost everywhere. I still had about 1,300 feet of gain left, and to top it off, I was solo, so I threw in the towel.
Next time I hike any trail in unpacked snow this deep, I'm bringing a crew with me!
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 | Name: |
Spencer |
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| Date Submitted: |
2015-02-06 |
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 | Link: |
 https:// |
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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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