Download or read book The Hiking Trails Of North Georgia written by Tim Homan and published by Peachtree. This book was released on 1997-02-04 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detailed, illustrated guidebook for novice and experienced hikers to hiking the scenic trails of north Georgia. Suitable for the novice and the experienced hiker alike, this comprehensive guide to the North Georgia mountains has been revised and significantly expanded, adding 23 new trails and eleven area maps. Now arranged geographically and even more user-friendly, it features 124 hikes. The Hiking Trails of North Georgia is an indispensable resource, whether you're planning a leisurely afternoon walk or a strenuous backpacking trip. The convenient new format of the updated third edition will enable you to explore North Georgia's beautiful natural areas with intelligence and ease.
Download or read book Day Hiking the North Georgia Mountains written by Jim Parham and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In north Georgia, hiking opportunities are virtually unlimited. With public lands in abundance, these mountains have hundreds of miles of designated hiking trails leading to clifftop views, through deep gorges, and over high summits--all within a few hours of metro Atlanta. This guide includes 65 of the best day hikes in the region, ranging from 1 to 14 miles, with destinations including Blood Mountain on the Appalachian Trail; the rugged cliffs of Mount Yonah; and the expansive views from Brasstown Bald, Georgia's highest peak. Hike to Martha Berry's historic House of Dreams on the Berry College campus, or the remote waterfalls of Three Forks in Chattahoochee National Forest. Each entry covers everything you need to know to get out on the trail: maps, detailed driving and hiking directions, trailhead GPS coordinates, mileage, elevation gain, and more.
Download or read book Hiking Waterfalls in North Carolina written by Melissa Watson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2011-09-13 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Great Smoky Mountains, North Carolina is renowned for its beautiful waterfalls. Hiking Waterfalls in North Carolina includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for 140 of the most scenic waterfall hikes in the state. Hike descriptions also include history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates. The book is an ideal complement to the popular FalconGuide Hiking North Carolina, with minimal overlapping content.
Download or read book Waterfall Hikes of North Georgia written by Jim Parham and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Lists sixty day hikes to over 200 waterfalls on public lands in the mountains of north Georgia. Each hike entry includes driving and hiking directions, map and elevation profile, distance, and estimated hiking time, with a photograph of each waterfall"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Best Hikes with Dogs Georgia South Carolina written by Steve Goodrich and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2007-03-05 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CLICK HERE to download two free hikes from Best Hikes with Dogs Georgia & South Carolina * Guidebook to 54 dog-suitable hikes accessible from Atlanta, Charlotte/Rock Hill, Columbia/coastal Carolina, Greenville/Spartanburg, and south Georgia * A trail-finder chart helps you choose just the hike you're looking for * Trails rated 1 to 4 paws to indicate difficulty for both you and your dog * Tips on hiking with dogs, their special needs, and more One cold November night in the Blood Mountain Wilderness in north Georgia, Steve Goodrich and his wife, Ashley, had to wrap themselves around their yellow lab, Rebel, under one sleeping bag. It was the last time they would fail to anticipate their dog's special needs on the trail. Since then, Rebel and the Goodriches have hiked thousands of miles together in Georgia and South Carolina to select the best dog-friendly, dog-fun, and dog-safe trails in the region. Most hikes in Best Hikes with Dogs Georgia & South Carolina are on lightly traveled trails with few horses, bicycles, or motorized vehicles. Hikes avoid steep, rocky terrain and many offer lakes or streams as rewards. Potential dog hazards such as alligators or snakes are noted in the hike descriptions. Advice on hiking with dogs includes what to pack for your pooch -- the Ten Canine Essentials and a doggy first-aid kit. A "Hike Summary" chart in the front of the book indicates trail length, water features, loop hikes, whether "best for fit dogs," and more.
Download or read book 50 Hikes in the North Georgia Mountains Third Edition Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Johnny Molloy and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2017-12-09 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lace up your boots and explore the majestic mountains of Georgia Few hikers know this gem of a region as well as Johnny Molloy. He’ll take you to waterfalls, overlooks, gigantic trees, historic sites, and primitive wilderness in significant spots such as Tallulah Gorge, Springer Mountain, and the Chattooga River. In a region with an incredible wealth of hiking options, Molloy outlines 50 of the most worthwhile trails, providing options for day, overnight, and multi-day hikes for explorers of every experience level. In this beautiful and fully updated third edition of 50 Hikes in the North Georgia Mountains, as with all the books in the 50 Hikes series, you’ll find clear and concise directions, easy-to-follow maps, and expert tips for enjoying every moment of your hike—whether you’re looking for sublime mountaintop views, peaceful walks through nature, or your next great challenge—all in a gorgeous, full-color design.
Download or read book Hiking Georgia Atlanta written by Donald Pfitzer and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-06-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hiking Near Atlanta will offer 30 trails of varying difficulty in and around greater Atlanta. Complete with up-to-date trail information and maps, GPS coordinates for trailheads, and photos throughout, this book is perfect for people of all ages and skill levels.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in the North Georgia Mountains Walks Hikes Backpacking Trips from Lookout Mountain to the Blue Ridge to the Chattooga River Second Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Johnny Molloy and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2013-06-03 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "With beautiful photography and detailed maps -- in full color for this revised edition -- this book chronicles 50 spectacular hikes in Georgia's highlands, taking you to waterfalls, overlooks, gigantic trees, historic sites, and primitive wilderness in unofrgettable spots such as Tallulah Gorge, Springer Mountain, and the Chattooga River, in addition to lesser-known locales such as Tearbritches Creek. Whether is't a relaxing nature walk with the family or a rugged backpacking trip you're after, author Johnny Molloy has done the research for you, providing precise directions, up-to-date information about trail conditions and routing, and insightful commentary about the human and natural history of each place. Let him help you make every step cout: With this book you'll spend your valuable time on the trail, not on trying to find the right hike for you." --p. [4] of cover.
Download or read book Hiking Atlanta s Hidden Forests written by Jonah McDonald and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Describes sixty hiking routes within thirty miles of downtown Atlanta. Includes driving and hiking directions, maps, trailhead GPS coordinates, trail highlights, and notable trees for each hike listed"--
Download or read book Hiking Georgia 3rd written by Donald Pfitzer and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2006-09-01 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hiking Georgia features more than one hundred trails from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Piedmont and Coastal Plain. It also includes easy one-hour strolls along quiet nature trails, a trek along 80 miles of the Appalachian Trail, and medium-distance trails that suit many hikers.
Download or read book Hiking Georgia written by Jimmy Jacobs and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-06-01 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hiking Georgia, 5th edition features some of the best trekking adventures the Peach State has to offer. Whether the trails are in the high mountains of north Georgia, on coastal barrier islands, or in fertile Piedmont river valleys, the flora, fauna, and scenery are spectacular. The more than 70 hikes (plus 14 honorable mentions) offer up detailed hike descriptions, step-by-step directions, gorgeous full-color photos, and GPS-tracked color trail maps to make the journey easier and more enjoyable.
Download or read book Hiking the Benton MacKaye Trail written by Tim Homan and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detailed, illustrated guidebook for novice and experienced hikers to hiking the scenic, primitive trail that runs along the western ridges of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Veteran hiker and nature writer Tim Homan guides fellow hikers and backpackers along the scenic, primitive Benton MacKaye Trail, currently a ninety-mile trail that extends from Springer Mountain in Georgia into southern Tennessee. The guidebook is divided into twelve trail sections, each including a map, an elevation profile, and easy-to-use information on length, difficulty, access, and scenic features. Homan describes the surrounding habitat, providing comments on the area's flora and fauna. Also included is an essay on the origins and history of the trail and the Benton MacKaye Trail Association, as well as a timetable for the development of the remainder of the proposed trail, information about the geology of the area, and a brief biography of founder Benton MacKaye. Named in honor of Benton MacKaye, who inspired the creation of the Appalachian Trail, the Benton MacKaye Trail is a trail in progress that will eventually cover more than 270 miles and extend through Tennessee into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina to rejoin the Appalachian Trail.
Download or read book Hiking Georgia written by Donald W. Pfitzer and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes more than one hundred hiking trails in Georgia, from easy one-hour hikes to an eighty-mile trek along the Appalachian Trail.
Download or read book Appalachian Odyssey written by Jeffrey H. Ryan and published by Down East Books. This book was released on 2016-07-01 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like many hikers who’ve completed the Appalachian Trail, Jeffrey Ryan didn’t do it in one long through-hike. Grabbing weekends here and days off there, it took Jeffrey twenty-eight years to finish the trail, and along the way he learned much about himself and made many new friends, including his best friend, who made the journey with him from start to finish. Including 75 color photos, this engaging book is part memoir, part natural history and lore, and part practical advice. Whether you’ve hiked the AT, are planning to hike it, or only wish to dream of hiking it, this is the book to read next.
Download or read book Trekking the Southern Appalachians written by Jack Igelman and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide book to treks in the Carolinas, Tennessee, and Georgia--chosen for their unique natural features or cultural or historical legacy--includes 25 treks, each with three itineraries and camp options. Original.
Download or read book Hiking Mountain Biking Pisgah Forest written by Jim Parham and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A concise guide to the Pisgah District of western North Carolina's Pisgah National Forest. Describes 20 day-hiking routes, 12 overnight hikes, and 29 mountain bike rides with trail details, maps, driving directions and GPS coordinates for 18 trailheads, and user rules and regulations. Includes a section on 22 waterfalls and how to get to them"--
Download or read book Hiking Georgia written by Donald Pfitzer and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-06-17 with total page 403 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 4th edition of Hiking Georgia takes up where the last edition left off: poised to start hikers on some of the finest trekking adventures the Peach State has to offer. Whether the trails are in the high mountains of north Georgia, on coastal barrier islands or in fertile Piedmont river valleys, the flora, fauna and scenery can be spectacular. The information in all 72 chapters is updated, incorporating a total of 15 new trails. The hike descriptions offer directions, as well as GPS-tracked color trail maps and elevation charts to make the journey easier and more enjoyable. To whet your appetite for the adventures, all new color images offer glimpses of what lies around many of the bends in the paths.
