Recent reports (6)
Canyon Bridge on the Armstrong-Gothics-Wright trail approach is open with minor ongoing repairs. Some steps remain to be replaced on the western side but the bridge is passable.
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A 21-year-old hiker became dehydrated at Wolf Jaw lean-to on June 10 and activated an SOS via Garmin. Rangers responded, provided hydration and food, and assisted the hiker out of the woods.
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A long, difficult loop in the Lower Great Range featuring steep cliffs, rock scrambles, slab sections, and significant elevation gain. The route encounters mud on Armstrong Mountain, steep trails, and challenging terrain across multiple summits including Gothics, Sawteeth, and the Wolfjaws.
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A weekend backpacking trip to Lower Wolfjaw, Upper Wolfjaw, and Armstrong via Johns Brook Lodge, with snow patches and scrambling sections at higher elevations and typical muddy, rooty Adirondack trail conditions lower down. The party encountered mixed weather including rain overnight and afternoon clouds, with good summit views from Armstrong.
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Long rugged route to Lower Wolfjaw via Rooster Comb featuring a difficult rock scramble section at 4000 feet with wet rock and cliff exposure; passes through quiet forest with peekaboo views and steep terrain.
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A popular short hike to a scenic waterfall in the Adirondacks with views of the High Peaks. The lower falls section is very easy with dipping pools, while the upper falls route requires more care and involves some stream-bed scrambling. Parking is extremely limited and competition for spaces is intense in peak season.
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