Trail Conditions

Fortunately, the other trail up Colden is operational, so I left from the Loj and climbed the east side of Colden. The trail was actually very muddy and wet, with several slippery rocks and deep puddles. As a gaiters-enjoyer I felt fine, but this hike would not have been fun in trail runners. There were at least 2 sections with knee deep(for me as a 6’6” guy) mud and risky sticks to walk over it. Unfortunately I didn't have time to investigate the mud slide on avalanche pass, but I’m grateful for the HikeADK alert yesterday because otherwise I would have had an unpleasant surprise on my hike.

Any information on the mudslide in Avalanche pass?

My friends and I hiked Street and Nye today, and had a great time. The trail was not actually that muddy, and the river crossing was fine! I took large steps, but to the left was a good route that only had one ankle deep step necessary. I was grateful for mud gaiters, but it really was not that bad overall and still seems fairly dry.

Hey! New here! Currently have done 17/46 High Peaks. Just did Dial, Colvin, Nippletop, and Dial last weekend and Big Slide yesterday. Wondering what the most ideal time is to do the Santaoni range as I know it is known for its remoteness and mud. Is one time of year better than the other? Thanks!