Directissima / Glen Boulder / Lost Pond Loop
A shallow pleasant trail leads to a steep ascent and alpine views on the shoulder of Mt Washington, followed by a descent to the 12,000 year old "Lost Pond".
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Directissima - Bridge Across a Stream on the North end Sue stands next to a wood log bridge across the Directissima - at this point (about a third of a mile in) the trail is relatively level and, except for the tree roots and scattered rocks (starting to become denser at this point in the trail), a pretty easy walk. But this elaborate bridge is needed to cross a deeply cut stream bed. See also… 8/1/2001 |
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Directissima - Short, Rugged Cliff Slope The Directissima slopes sharply upward past a series of thirty to forty foot cliffs. The footing in this section is difficult, and the slope is steeper than the picture is able to show. One of the cliffs features a fifteen foot overhanging roof with a splitter crack - a worthwhile venture for a capable climber, possibly in the 5.10-5.12 range. See also… 8/1/2001 |
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Glen Boulder Trail - Stopping for Water on the Ski Trail On an hot day like this one, the cooling effect of mountain water is worth the diversion from the Glen Boulder Trail when we reach the ski trail that crosses from north to south. We take the south path to the stream and Sue decides to get a snack for us, while I enjoy the water and sneak a photo of her. See also… 8/1/2001 |
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Glen Boulder Trail - Moss Stalactite and Water The cold water pouring from the slopes of Mt. Washington along the Glen Boulder trail runs over this rock and the moss grows to follow it, just like a stalactite in a cave. See also… 8/1/2001 |
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Glen Boulder Trail - First View of the Neighboring Ridges This outlook just below treeline on the Glen Boulder Trail provides a first view toward the neighboring ridge (the south wall of the Gulf Of Slides). You can see how the haze creates a quiet pastel color on this very hot day. The ridge is rocky and studded with boulders. See also… 8/1/2001 |
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