HIKES & EVENTS
Mt. Osceola Hike
Hiking/Walk
DATE: Aug 04, 2018
END DATE: Aug 04, 2018
Hike/Event Location: Campton NH
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Meeting Time: 9:30 AM
Max # People: 8
Hike Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money
Hike Difficulty Level:
Moderate to Strenuous
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Summary
For a four thousand footer, the Mt. Osceola hike is a relatively moderate ascent. The round trip is approximately six miles long, and it is a gradual ascent & descent. There are some steep parts that are generally short and sweet. There are great views from the open ledges at the top, of the Waterville Valley area right below, of Mt. Moosilauke to the west, and the southern sections of the White Mountains just to the north and east. Bring at least a couple of liters of water, as there is no potable water on the trail. Also bring some lunch and/or snacks. If the weather is nice, we will take a leisurely long break at the top. Rain will cancel this event.
Directions To Trailhead Parking Lot
We will meet at the trailhead for Mt. Osceola on Tripoli Road. To get to it from I-93, take exit 28, and go east on Rt. 49 towards Waterville Valley. As you get close to the Valley itself, you will see the sign directing you to go left for Tripoli Road, and the Waterville Valley Ski area. Turn left, and then bear right when you get to the turn for the ski slopes. The right fork will take you to the gate for Tripoli Road, which will be open at this time of the year. Continue on Tripoli Road for a few miles, and right after the Thornton height-of-land, you will see the Mt. Osceola trailhead on the right. The parking lot is fairly small, but you can park on the side of the road, if it is full. There is fee for parking in the lot if you do not have the WMNF yearly pass, or the National Parks Senilor Citizen Lifetime Pass (yes, a few of us do have that one!). Tripoli Road is not paved, and it has some potholes and loose rocks. Drive carefully, as this can do some damage to the under carriage of your vehicle, especially if it is a low riding one.
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I am planning, however, to do this hike (same time, same place) tomorrow Sunday, as it is supposed to be drier. Rick, and perhaps Dave can make it, so we will definitely be doing it. If you can, come join us for the re-scheduled hike. Just shoot me an e-mail if you can make it on Sunday.
Due to heavy rains all day, I am forced to cancel this hike. Sorry about that, but the weather is definitely not good for doing this. Hope you all get this message on time, before you hit the road.
Hi Guys: The weather report for Saturday is as follows: High of 76, with a 60% probability of rain, which gets clarified as "scattered thunderstorms, mostly in the afternoon. I say we should go ahead and meet at the trailhead as planned, and take it from there. If worst comes to worst, we can either skip the summit, or be ready to come down to treeline if thunderstorms do threaten. In any event, do bring rain gear.
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