i didn't get to Mount Constitution Tower. Below is just some informaton .. to be prepared for the unexpected .. especially, during "Shoulder" season .. Winter/Spring
Back-story for the " .. CLOSED" Mount Constitution Road..
SAT 11Feb2023 ~09:35, i called and spoke with a Moran State Park Ranger, to check on the conditions of the roads, and Trails. And i also mentioned that i am looking at going over "next week". The Ranger said that all's good "today" (i.e. on SAT 11Feb2023). As for the next few days, his advise was to be prepared for any sudden changes, e.g. the weather, freezing temperature, etc.
MON 13Feb2023 afternoon, i arrived Moran S.P., dd a hike to Mount Pickett, and car-camped at Mountain Lake campground for the night.
TUE 14Feb2023 early morning, ~08:00 when i was "breaking-camp", a Ranger came driving in to the campground. The Ranger stopped by me, and he kindly told me that because of the freezing temperature and icy condition on Mount Constitution Road, up/from Elevation ~1000 ft, the Park had CLOSED the Mount Constitution Road. Also, he mentioned that the Park would re-evaluate on the "Conditions" at ~12:00.
i thanked the Ranger for the information. Later, i went and did my "alternate" hikes/walks … Plan_B, Plan_C, and Plan_D .. avoiding the Trails up at Mount Constitution Tower 😊
Happy Trails Everyone. And Be Safe 😇
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