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IceCON 1. Climbs just coming in or only in upper elevations like Ravines.
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The White Mountain Report: Apr 9th, 2026
So here we are on April 9th and the lower elevation ice season is done. I mean sure, somebody will hold me to task and say the managed to scratch up something. I've mentioned it before that BITD George and I used to climb Dracula on April 15. But I think those daze are gone. I've talked to several guide friends and it's D.O.N.E. Just head up to The Ravines for some alpine fun.
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BEWARE! That ice above the North End is just waiting to come down.
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Unicorn, Cathedral Ledge
BEWARE! That ice above the North End is just waiting to come down.
Unicorn, Cathedral Ledge
Selected Ice Conditions effective April 9, 2026
This is the last Ice Report of the 2025/2026 season. It's sure been a good one. I hope you've found this useful and have had a good one. Thanks for your support.
Huntington Ravine many options  
Repentance OUT  
Standard Route OUT Click to see route picture.
Dracula OUT Click to see route picture.
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