| Hiking Trail Conditions Report |
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Lonesome Lake, NH |
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 | Trails: |
Lonesome Lake Trail, Cascade Brook Trail |
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 | Date of Hike: |
Saturday, May 4, 2024 |
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 | Parking/Access Road Notes: |
No issues parking at Lafayette Place. |
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 | Surface Conditions: |
Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Snow/Ice - Monorail (Stable), Snow/Ice - Small Patches |
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 | Recommended Equipment: |
Light Traction |
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 | Water Crossing Notes: |
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 | Trail Maintenance Notes: |
There is one blowdown on the Lonesome Lake Trail about a tenth of a mile or so past the junction with Cascade Brook Trail. Depending on how tall you are, you might have to remove your pack. One of he big bridges on that same stretch is fully broken. |
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 | Dog-Related Notes: |
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 | Bugs: |
None, yet. |
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 | Lost and Found: |
There was a pair of women’s shoes and socks in one of the parking spaces. Left them there in case the owner returns. |
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 | Comments: |
Fairly dry trail up until around 2700 feet. After that, you’re going to want spikes for the best traction. It starts off as patchy ice and then becomes more consistent. There is elevated monorail for much of the trip around the lake with areas of fairly deep snow (1 foot or more in spots… and yes, this was tested, unfortunately).
A number of folks did not have traction, but were moving slowly with caution, especially on the descent. It was much easier done with spikes. |
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 | Name: |
LG |
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| Date Submitted: |
2024-05-04 |
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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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