Also on this trip

Trails Used

Carter Moriah

Trail Conditions

Notes

If you like snakes, check out the ledges near Mt. Surprise right after the sun comes out after a rainstorm. I do not so I still am shocked by the scene. Ledges were slippery but some were starting to dry out when sun came out and wind picked up. Some spots where you have to navigate with rocks and logs or you’ll end up probably losing a shoe. No views early this morning but it looks like the hikers going up a bit later this morning are going to get one!

Parking

6 or so cars this morning.

Water Crossings

N/A

Wildlife

Started coming out when the sun made an appearance.

Also on this trip

Trails Used

Carter-Moriah Trail

Trail Conditions

Notes

Bare wet trail with a slight rain to start. Snow started to accumulate about 1 mile in. Ledges before and after Mt. Surprise were grippy despite being wet (speedgoats for the win). About 3" of new snow up top, wet but not super slick, never thought about putting on traction. A lot of slushy standing water on the trail. The snow is wet and will disappear quickly with warmer temps coming.

Parking

Under power lines, new trailhead leaves from the lot so no need to do the road walk.