Author: Susan Charkes
Publisher: AMC's Best Day Hikes
ISBN: 9781628420906
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
AMC's Best Day Hikes near Philadelphia will take you through 50 of the region's best hikes for all levels. Ideal for families, tourists, and locals alike, this easy-to-use guide will help you explore Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware year-round, from lesser-known excursions to area favorites, including several hikes on the Appalachian Trail. Take a walk through historic Valley Forge, discover the beautiful Brandywine Creek State Park, and see the Pinnacle's spectacular views on the Appalachian Trail. Fully revised and updated, this edition features new hikes in Wolf's Hollow Country Park, Stroud Preserve, Brendan Byrne State Forest, Rockhopper/Dry Run Creek Trails, Trexler Preserve, and Blue Marsh Lake. All descriptions of previously featured trails have been updated to reflect the most recent openings, closings, and reroutings, highlighting the best hikes within an hour or two of Philadelphia.
Popular Day Hikes 2
Author: Tony Daffern
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
ISBN: 1897522703
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Popular Day Hikes is a series of guidebooks written for visitors and locals alike who want to hike scenic trails from well-established trailheads. These factual, attractive guides feature detailed yet easy to read maps and colour photographs to whet a hiker’s appetite. Popular Day Hikes 2: Canadian Rockies covers 37 popular, accessible trails in one of the world’s most stunningly beautiful natural environments. Covering easy short-day walks, more strenuous full-day hikes and the occasional easy scramble, this companion volume to Popular Day Hikes 1: Kananaskis Country, by Gillean Daffern, contains something for everyone—individuals, groups and families. Each hike includes: round-trip distances difficulty ratings seasonal information detailed directions to trailheads trail commentary colour maps & photographs
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
ISBN: 1897522703
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Popular Day Hikes is a series of guidebooks written for visitors and locals alike who want to hike scenic trails from well-established trailheads. These factual, attractive guides feature detailed yet easy to read maps and colour photographs to whet a hiker’s appetite. Popular Day Hikes 2: Canadian Rockies covers 37 popular, accessible trails in one of the world’s most stunningly beautiful natural environments. Covering easy short-day walks, more strenuous full-day hikes and the occasional easy scramble, this companion volume to Popular Day Hikes 1: Kananaskis Country, by Gillean Daffern, contains something for everyone—individuals, groups and families. Each hike includes: round-trip distances difficulty ratings seasonal information detailed directions to trailheads trail commentary colour maps & photographs
AMC's Best Day Hikes Near New York City
Author: Dan Case
Publisher: Appalachian Mountain Club
ISBN: 9781934028384
Category : Hiking
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This guidebook from the Appalachian Mountain Club's Best Day Hikes Series takes you to 50 of the best short excursions in New York, Connecticut, and Northern New Jersey.
Publisher: Appalachian Mountain Club
ISBN: 9781934028384
Category : Hiking
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This guidebook from the Appalachian Mountain Club's Best Day Hikes Series takes you to 50 of the best short excursions in New York, Connecticut, and Northern New Jersey.
Best Easy Day Hikes Austin
Author: Matt Forster
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493042483
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
This updated and revised edition of Best Easy Day Hikes Austin includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for 15 easy-to-follow hikes in and near the Texan city that allow hikers of all levels to enjoy beautiful views, get fit in the outdoors, and learn about the region’s history.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493042483
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
This updated and revised edition of Best Easy Day Hikes Austin includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for 15 easy-to-follow hikes in and near the Texan city that allow hikers of all levels to enjoy beautiful views, get fit in the outdoors, and learn about the region’s history.
AMC's Best Day Hikes Near Philadelphia
Author: Susan Charkes
Publisher: AMC's Best Day Hikes
ISBN: 9781628420906
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
AMC's Best Day Hikes near Philadelphia will take you through 50 of the region's best hikes for all levels. Ideal for families, tourists, and locals alike, this easy-to-use guide will help you explore Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware year-round, from lesser-known excursions to area favorites, including several hikes on the Appalachian Trail. Take a walk through historic Valley Forge, discover the beautiful Brandywine Creek State Park, and see the Pinnacle's spectacular views on the Appalachian Trail. Fully revised and updated, this edition features new hikes in Wolf's Hollow Country Park, Stroud Preserve, Brendan Byrne State Forest, Rockhopper/Dry Run Creek Trails, Trexler Preserve, and Blue Marsh Lake. All descriptions of previously featured trails have been updated to reflect the most recent openings, closings, and reroutings, highlighting the best hikes within an hour or two of Philadelphia.
Publisher: AMC's Best Day Hikes
ISBN: 9781628420906
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
AMC's Best Day Hikes near Philadelphia will take you through 50 of the region's best hikes for all levels. Ideal for families, tourists, and locals alike, this easy-to-use guide will help you explore Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware year-round, from lesser-known excursions to area favorites, including several hikes on the Appalachian Trail. Take a walk through historic Valley Forge, discover the beautiful Brandywine Creek State Park, and see the Pinnacle's spectacular views on the Appalachian Trail. Fully revised and updated, this edition features new hikes in Wolf's Hollow Country Park, Stroud Preserve, Brendan Byrne State Forest, Rockhopper/Dry Run Creek Trails, Trexler Preserve, and Blue Marsh Lake. All descriptions of previously featured trails have been updated to reflect the most recent openings, closings, and reroutings, highlighting the best hikes within an hour or two of Philadelphia.
The High Peaks of the Adirondacks
Author: Robert Marshall
Publisher: Franklin Classics Trade Press
ISBN: 9780344473166
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Franklin Classics Trade Press
ISBN: 9780344473166
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Best Easy Day Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Author: Randy Johnson
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0762762179
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
Best Easy Day Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty-two easy-to-follow hikes in America’s most popular national park, home to one of the most pristine ecosystems on the East Coast. Featured walks lead to stunning scenery, from waterfalls and wildflowers to historic and interpretive sites, as well as spectacular views. Look inside for: • Thirty-minute strolls to full-day adventures • Hikes for everyone, including families • Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps • Trail Finder for best hikes for backpackers, waterfalls, history buffs, children, or great views • GPS coordinates
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0762762179
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 131
Book Description
Best Easy Day Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty-two easy-to-follow hikes in America’s most popular national park, home to one of the most pristine ecosystems on the East Coast. Featured walks lead to stunning scenery, from waterfalls and wildflowers to historic and interpretive sites, as well as spectacular views. Look inside for: • Thirty-minute strolls to full-day adventures • Hikes for everyone, including families • Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps • Trail Finder for best hikes for backpackers, waterfalls, history buffs, children, or great views • GPS coordinates
Great Day Hikes on North Carolina's Mountains-to-Sea Trail
Author: Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 1469654865
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
The Mountains-to-Sea Trail is an 1,175-mile destination trail that crosses North Carolina from Clingmans Dome in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Jockey's Ridge State Park on the Outer Banks. It traverses 37 counties, 7 national parks and forests, and nearly a dozen state parks and historic sites. This is the first-ever guide to day hikes along the crown jewel of North Carolina foot trails. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or new to the outdoors, this official guide from Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail is your go-to companion for exploring all the trail has to offer, showcasing everything from scenic mountain vistas to surprising escapes in the state's Piedmont region and the wonders of coastal plain pocosins. Features include - 40 hikes carefully chosen to appeal to hikers of all experience levels - Helpful hike finder feature to identify the perfect hikes for birding, waterfalls, history, universal accessibility, and more - Turn-by-turn guidance and key points of interest for each hike - Full-color maps and photographs - Helpful information about the trail's history and ongoing development
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 1469654865
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
The Mountains-to-Sea Trail is an 1,175-mile destination trail that crosses North Carolina from Clingmans Dome in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Jockey's Ridge State Park on the Outer Banks. It traverses 37 counties, 7 national parks and forests, and nearly a dozen state parks and historic sites. This is the first-ever guide to day hikes along the crown jewel of North Carolina foot trails. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or new to the outdoors, this official guide from Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail is your go-to companion for exploring all the trail has to offer, showcasing everything from scenic mountain vistas to surprising escapes in the state's Piedmont region and the wonders of coastal plain pocosins. Features include - 40 hikes carefully chosen to appeal to hikers of all experience levels - Helpful hike finder feature to identify the perfect hikes for birding, waterfalls, history, universal accessibility, and more - Turn-by-turn guidance and key points of interest for each hike - Full-color maps and photographs - Helpful information about the trail's history and ongoing development
Hiking the Wonderland Trail
Author: Tami Asars
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 1594856559
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "Backpacking" from Hiking the Wonderland Trail "There's no other trip, trail or peak that any backpacker should rank higher on his life list than the Wonderland Trail." - Backpacker magazine * Comprehensive and affectionate guide to one of the nation’s iconic wilderness trails * Everything you need to help plan this 93-mile trek, whether done in one trip or several * Lavish, full-color design, yet informative and practical, with 125 photographs and 18 maps * Find even more details, updates and added trip extensions at hikingthewonderlandtrail.com Washington State's famed Wonderland Trail is a spectacular 93-mile route that circumnavigates Mount Rainier, challenging hikers with its strenuous 22,000 feet of cumulative elevation gain and loss. Hiking the Wonderland Trail: The Complete Guide to Mount Rainier's Premier Trail is an authoritative guidebook penned by Washington native Tami Asars, a professional instructor on hiking the trail, a third-generation hiker of the Cascade mountains, and seven-time hiker of the entire Wonderland Trail. In this guide Asars draws on her experience, covering these essentials: * How to work with the Wonderland Trail permit reservation system, and when to apply * Recommended gear--with a checklist--and ways to reduce pack weight, prevent blisters, and stay warm and dry * How to pack the perfect backpack * Food and fuel caching on the Wonderland, tips and instruction * Detailed camp-to-camp route descriptions and suggested itineraries * How to extend your adventures with the Northern Loop Trail and the Eastside Trail Over the years, Asars has taken extensive notes that she shares at workshops and in the field. Hiking the Wonderland Trail distills her boot-tested knowledge so that everyone can enjoy the magic of Mount Rainier's premier trail.
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 1594856559
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "Backpacking" from Hiking the Wonderland Trail "There's no other trip, trail or peak that any backpacker should rank higher on his life list than the Wonderland Trail." - Backpacker magazine * Comprehensive and affectionate guide to one of the nation’s iconic wilderness trails * Everything you need to help plan this 93-mile trek, whether done in one trip or several * Lavish, full-color design, yet informative and practical, with 125 photographs and 18 maps * Find even more details, updates and added trip extensions at hikingthewonderlandtrail.com Washington State's famed Wonderland Trail is a spectacular 93-mile route that circumnavigates Mount Rainier, challenging hikers with its strenuous 22,000 feet of cumulative elevation gain and loss. Hiking the Wonderland Trail: The Complete Guide to Mount Rainier's Premier Trail is an authoritative guidebook penned by Washington native Tami Asars, a professional instructor on hiking the trail, a third-generation hiker of the Cascade mountains, and seven-time hiker of the entire Wonderland Trail. In this guide Asars draws on her experience, covering these essentials: * How to work with the Wonderland Trail permit reservation system, and when to apply * Recommended gear--with a checklist--and ways to reduce pack weight, prevent blisters, and stay warm and dry * How to pack the perfect backpack * Food and fuel caching on the Wonderland, tips and instruction * Detailed camp-to-camp route descriptions and suggested itineraries * How to extend your adventures with the Northern Loop Trail and the Eastside Trail Over the years, Asars has taken extensive notes that she shares at workshops and in the field. Hiking the Wonderland Trail distills her boot-tested knowledge so that everyone can enjoy the magic of Mount Rainier's premier trail.
Hiking Big Bend National Park
Author: Laurence Parent
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0762797460
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
Fully updated and revised, this comprehensive guide features forty-seven trails in Big Bend National Park.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0762797460
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 205
Book Description
Fully updated and revised, this comprehensive guide features forty-seven trails in Big Bend National Park.
52 Hikes for 52 Weeks
Author: Hike Oregon
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781714509058
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Whether you're participating in the 52 Hike Challenge, or you need a reference guide to find the perfect hikes for each season, this book will provide you with all of the information that you need! For each of the 52 hikes in this book you will not only get a detailed write-up of the trail, but you will also receive information about the surrounding area like what towns and campgrounds are nearby, which is perfect for planning longer trips in the Willamette Valley, Central Oregon Cascades and Coast area!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781714509058
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Whether you're participating in the 52 Hike Challenge, or you need a reference guide to find the perfect hikes for each season, this book will provide you with all of the information that you need! For each of the 52 hikes in this book you will not only get a detailed write-up of the trail, but you will also receive information about the surrounding area like what towns and campgrounds are nearby, which is perfect for planning longer trips in the Willamette Valley, Central Oregon Cascades and Coast area!