Overnight Hut Trip |
Spooky Overnight Meeting Time: 3:00 PM Event Coordinator: nhclimber03264Zealand Notch, NH Max # People: 15 Trip Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money
Difficulty Level:
Moderate to Strenuous |
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SUMMARY: Halloween Weekend at Zealand Hut Zealand Hut is one of three AMC huts that remains open year-round. In the “off season” the hut is open to guests on a “self-serve” basis. Hike to Zealand Hut is rated MODERATE Day trip is rated MODERATE to STRENOUS Please contact trip leader directly regarding pace, trail conditions and any other concerns. Trail Details and Distances: Zealand Trail – departs the parking area at the end of the Zealand Road (directions below). This trail is fairly easy grade following an old railroad grade all the way to the junction of the Twinway and Ethan Pond Trails (2.3 miles). The last quarter mile is steep but stable (stone stairs) approach to the hut. Day trip description – (moderate to strenuous) Departing the Zealand hut hikers will follow a steady grade to the summit of Mt Zealand. Then following the ridge line to other peaks. At times steep grades and rocky trails will be a challenge and winter conditions can be possible. The return trip to the hut may be more aggressive and strenuous. If weather is extreme, other hiking options are available in the area of the hut. Overnight reservations (2 nights) PREPARATION/WHAT TO BRING: For this trip it is important to bring along flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor. The White Mountains can and do have unpredictable and extreme weather changes year-round. Hikers should prepare for possible winter conditions. Snow and ice can be possible along the trail, especially at higher elevations. Group Size: It is not fun leaving folks out of trips. Weather: The weather for this trip will be monitored the week prior. If it is a concern any updates or cancellation information will be posted by the Wednesday prior by 6pm. If it is a cancellation, it will include a rescheduled date so participants can watch for that opportunity. For weather details. Safety is a priority! Any time a hiker is injured or lost a HUGE team of volunteers is dispatched to aid in the search and rescue efforts. Resources used to plan this trip: Trip Stats https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/zealand-hut-access-2f10c15 Saturday hike includes Zealand Mtn (4260), Mt Guyot (4580), West Bond (4540), Mt Bond (4698), and Bondcliff (4265) https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-june-28-2022-2-18-am-e9d36f8 |
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Driving directions to the location and spot to meet at: Where to park: Overnight parking is available at the trail head located on the Zealand Road. Zealand Road is located off Route 302 in Twin Mountain NH. Zealand Road is 2.8 miles east from the intersection of Route 3 and Route 302 in Twin Mountain. Look for USFS signs “Zealand Picnic Area”. Drive to the end, 3.5 miles. Gathering: Hikers may meet at the parking lot at 3pm (sharp) Friday afternoon if they wish to hike in a group or may hike solo at their own leisure. |