The authors hiked Giant Mountain via the Ridge Trail on Route 73 during a surprise spring snowstorm, encountering steep rocky terrain, exposed ridge walking, and challenging winter conditions that made the normally difficult High Peaks climb significantly more serious.

A challenging slide route from Elk Pass involving significant bushwhacking through blowdown and difficult creek navigation, followed by a steep and wet ascent of Blake Slide with overgrown central section, culminating in ascending Blake and Colvin mountains via a remote ridge route. The hike covered 16 miles with 4,500 feet of elevation gain over 13 hours total.

Solo hike of Whiteface on May 2 in wet conditions; light rain and drizzle at lower elevation, transitioning to wet snow above 700m elevation, with heavy brush dripping water. Slippery snow-covered rocks on descent, with graupel storms encountered on the way back down and at Whiteface Landing, but mostly dry by return to parking area.

Comprehensive evergreen guide to Catskill Park hiking covering trail conditions, seasonal weather, camping rules, and hiking challenges. Highlights that trails are steeper and rockier than their elevations suggest, with winter ice on ledges requiring microspikes or crampons; spring and fall bring variable conditions at higher elevations.

The final section of the north approach to Pharaoh Mountain features slanted rock slabs that become dangerously slippery when wet, covered with leaves and slime. The slippery terrain has led hikers to create social trails to avoid the main route.

Hiker completed a lollipop route up Flume Slide Trail (steep with loose leaves and some slippery sections) and over Flume and Liberty mountains on Franconia Ridge, descending via Liberty Spring Trail. Weather was warm and unusual for the season, foliage was past peak with muted colors, and both summits offered excellent views with heavy crowds on Liberty.

Extremely muddy conditions (knee to thigh-deep in spots) between Donaldson and Emmons, with steep, rocky scrambles and slabs near the summits of Donaldson and Seward. Heavy rain throughout the afternoon combined with wet vegetation and exposed roots created treacherous, waterfall-like conditions on descent, resulting in an 11+ hour slog that tested both physical and mental endurance.

The Indian Ladder Trail in Thacher State Park is a well-maintained, easy 2.5-mile loop featuring dramatic limestone cliffs, seasonal waterfalls, fossils, and caves. The trail is open seasonally from early summer through mid-November and is closed in winter/early spring due to slippery conditions and ice risk. Metal and stone staircases, scenic overlooks, and mostly flat terrain make it suitable for families and casual hikers.

A 10.5-hour hike combining Lower Wolfjaw and Noonmark from AMR parking, covering 14.3 miles with ~5000 feet of elevation gain. Conditions were dry on the trail itself, but stones and roots were slippery and greasy, with low water levels and cloud cover on LWJ summit.

An evergreen trail guide to Peaked Mountain near Thirteenth Lake in the Siamese Ponds Wilderness, describing a moderate 4–5 hour out-and-back hike with lake views, forest, beaver ponds, and a rocky open summit. The author notes the trail is unblazed, requires map navigation, and includes muddy spots and slippery roots, especially after rain.

A guide to Ampersand Mountain describing the route characteristics: an easy first half through forest followed by steep rock scrambles and exposed roots leading to an open summit with 360° views. The author's winter hike encountered extremely hard, diamond-hard ice on the summit and very cold, windy conditions.

A two-day backpacking trip over Santanoni, Couchsachraga, and Panther in the ADK, with muddy and wet conditions throughout. The Santanoni Brook trail featured slippery rocks and rotting log infrastructure; the Couchsachraga bog proved manageable with good log placement, and the descent of Panther Brook was challenging via water and boulders.

A group of five hikers spent two nights at Blueberry Lean-to and climbed Mount Seward on November 29th in difficult winter conditions with 2-3 feet of unconsolidated snow and muddy sections lower on the trail. The ascent via the north side took 5.5 hours for 3 miles with frequent lead switches due to the steep terrain and challenging snow, while the descent took 2.5 hours. They decided not to attempt the nearby peaks of Donaldson and Emmons due to the difficult conditions encountered.

A two-day hike covering the Seward Range peaks (Donaldson, Emmons, Seward, and Seymour) with significant mud on the lower elevations and steep rock slabs on Seymour's summit approach. The route featured scrambling sections, stream crossings, and varied terrain from flat truck trails to steeply slabbed ascents.

A 36-year-old man from Yonkers went missing on April 24, 2021, and was found deceased at Kaaterskill Falls on May 1. The article discusses the dangers of the location, particularly wet and slippery rock conditions that have caused multiple fatalities and injuries over the years.

This is a scenic trail guide for Indian Head Mountain on the Devil's Path featuring rock scrambles, cliff ascents, boreal summit, and varied terrain. User comments describe mid-September conditions with damp ground, wet footing, and rooty sections with steep climbs; another July visit is also briefly mentioned.

Hiker completed Camel's Hump in Vermont on July 2, 2023 via the Burroughs Trail. Conditions were rainy and misty all day with wet rock throughout; the descent on the Long Trail involved sketchy scrambling and steep wet rocky terrain, resulting in multiple slips and falls though no injuries.

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.

A relentlessly steep but short out-and-back hike with three viewpoints. The trail features boardwalks, stone steps, and a ladder section with open rock terrain in the final half-mile; wet conditions could make rock slab sections tricky.

A scenic short out-and-back hike on Baxter Mountain featuring switchbacks, rocky tread with roots, and views toward Keene Valley and the Dix Range; notable for a rock slab section that can be tricky when icy.

Solo hike on November 7, 2021 from Woodland Valley Campground attempting to climb Slide Mountain's northeast face via bushwhack. Reporter successfully summited Slide, Cornell, and Wittenberg but did not complete the slide ascent itself; found steep terrain, loose rocks, and some ice in shaded areas, particularly on descent.

Breakneck Ridge is a steep, exposed scramble that requires hands and feet to ascend 1,100 feet in less than 0.75 miles from sea level. The route includes sketchy ledges with slick rock footing and should only be attempted in bone-dry conditions with proper footwear; it is unsuitable for winter, rain, or wet conditions due to fatal injury risks.

A trail guide describing the Kaaterskill Rail Trail, a flat 1.5-mile converted railroad bed in the Catskills leading to views of Kaaterskill Falls. The guide notes winter conditions with ice and icicles on the falls, emphasizes proper footwear for safety on steep sections near the viewing platform, and warns about the notorious herd path to the top of the falls with serious fall risks.

The herd path from Ashokan High Point down to Little Ashokan is a steep, unmaintained, and challenging route requiring off-trail experience. The descent features rough ledges, loose rock and dirt, significant blowdown, and scrambling sections; the route is sketchy and hazardous throughout, though worn enough to be traceable with careful route-finding.

A winter traverse of Lafayette and Lincoln in the White Mountains with strong winds and below-zero wind chills. The hikers traveled north-to-south on Old Bridal Path and Falling Waters Trail, encountering packed snow, corn snow, and icy conditions requiring microspikes.

This is an evergreen trail guide describing the Dutcher Notch Trail approach to Arizona Mountain from Stork's Nest Road, featuring steep terrain, dramatic boulder formations, and scenic views of the Devil's Path peaks. Comments from hikers include reports of bone-dry conditions in October 2021, ankle-deep wet leaf cover on steep sections in October 2020, and variable weather with clearing skies.

A detailed guide to hiking Hunter Mountain and Southwest Hunter (Leavitt Peak) from Stony Clove Notch, covering the steep eastern approach via Devil's Path, the herd path to Southwest Hunter, and the longer yellow-blazed route to Hunter's summit and fire tower. The eastern side is described as steep, wet, muddy, and rocky with significant rock outcroppings, while Becker Hollow descent is relentlessly steep with grades averaging 18.5% and reaching 23% near the summit.</summary> <parameter name="confidence">Medium

Detailed route guide for the Sugarloaf clockwise loop via Dibbles Quarry and Mink Hollow. The west side descent features loose, shattered boulders and is exceptionally wet with slippery rocks; the author notes that in winter this side becomes icy ("Suicide Mountain") and requires crampons. Spring conditions include boggy ridges with mud patches on the east side approach.