Also on this trip
Trails Used
Mt. Morgan Trail, Morse Trail, Mt. Percival Trail, Crawford-Ridgepole Trail
Trail Conditions
Notes
My daughter and I greatly enjoyed this classic loop hike in the Squam Lake region; dry rocks and partly cloudy skies provided optimal conditions to negotiate the caves, ladders, and sections of scrambling near the summits of Percival and Morgan. Those mosquitoes were a major incentive to keep the pace up below treeline, especially on wet sections of the trail. There were minor areas of muddy trail on the lower half of the Mt. Morgan descent, with just enough protruding or partially protruding rocks to avoid wet feet (with balance and caution). The early start meant we didn't see any other hikers until just before the caves/cliffs split below Mt. Percival. There were plenty more enjoying the day by the time we came down from Mt. Morgan. Full details on Unnecessary Climb!
Parking
Surprised to be the 3rd vehicle in the Mt. Morgan lot around 7:00 AM on a Saturday.
Water Crossings
Either bridged or easy rock hops.
Wildlife
They were definitely ready to celebrate Memorial Day weekend, as a cloud of mosquitoes descended upon us immediately in the parking lot. Repellent was moderately effective- continuous movement was the best defense. Thankfully, bugs were not a problem on the exposed sections near the summits, and we could enjoy views and food in peace. I was definitely a bit envious when I saw a couple of hikers ascending the Mt. Morgan Trail with headnets.