Download or read book Hiking South Carolina s Foothills Trail written by Scott Lynch and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A concise guide to South Carolina's Foothills National Recreation Trail. Includes detailed trail maps, complete driving and hiking directions, trailheads with GPS coordinates, recommendations for thru-hiking, and suggestions for day and overnight hikes"--
Download or read book Five Star Trails South Carolina Upstate written by Sherry Jackson and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2013-11-19 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The South Carolina Upcountry is gaining more popularity and people visiting will need to know how to discover all it has to offer. Outdoor activities here abound and there are a good variety of trails for hikers of all levels. From waterfalls to amazing mountain views, each trail offers hikers an incredible experience. Since the Upcountry is relatively "undiscovered", there are very few books that have a true compilation of hikes in the area. Five-Star Trails: South Carolina Upstate will bring together those hiking trails that offer a "five star" experience. Each trail has been thoroughly researched, recently hiked and includes a detailed description, trail profiles and map. At a glance ratings in important categories such as Scenery, Trail Condition, Difficulty, Solitude and appropriateness for children let you quickly select a trail that fits your tastes and ability. Other useful information such as fees, restrictions for dogs on the trail as well as advice on when to visit offers you the best information so you can plan your trip with ease. Five-Star Trails: South Carolina Upstate provides directions and commentary for each trail on what to expect along the way, making it more than just an average guidebook. This guide will lead hikers off the beaten path to find exceptional beauty as well as peace of mind. The diversity in terrain invites all levels of abilities and skills. Outdoor enthusiasts of every level will have reason to grab this guide and take a hike. This book offers easy-to-moderate trails that are within driving distance from a reader's workplace or home in the South Carolina Upstate. Without this book, they might miss the hidden hiking treasures of the area, but with the expert help of Sherry Jackson, readers will enjoy the region's best trails!
Download or read book South Carolina s Beautiful Foothills Trail written by Richard Monahan and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-04-12 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This descriptive narrative relates a digest of the author's experience while thru-hiking the Foothills Trail in South Carolina. His major motivation for telling this story is to encourage both experience and first time backpacking hikers to undertake thru-hiking this diverse Trail. Detailed description is provided regarding the Trail's terrain, picturesque vistas, magnificent waterfalls, remarkable design bridges, and its prominent summits. This book is printed in full color so that the reader can enjoy its many pictures that the author captured in highlighting sites along the entire length of the Trail.
Download or read book Hiking South Carolina written by Josh Kinser and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2023-05-01 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hiking South Carolina covers the best hiking throughout the entire state. This book has the reader traversing from the mountains to the sea in one of the most beautiful and diverse states in the US. No matter where you are in the state, it is likely that this book will have a trail for you to explore nearby. Detailed maps and trail descriptions make navigating these wonderful trails easy, and interesting information about the environment and history of each trail gives hikers a unique insight into the trail that they are exploring.
Download or read book Five Star Trails South Carolina Upstate written by Sherry Jackson and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2023-04-25 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover 27 five-star hiking trails in northwestern South Carolina, including popular routes and hidden gems. From its mountains and lakes to its waterfalls and trails, the Upstate is an outdoors lover’s paradise. The trail system is quite extensive, and opportunities range from day hikes to backpacking trips along the Foothills and Appalachian Trails. This diverse geographical wonderland offers a variety of easy, moderate, and strenuous hikes. You can hike through history along Cowpens Battlefield Trail or enjoy the fall colors at Nine Times Preserve. Take the kids to the Croft State Park Nature Trail, or walk your dog on the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail in downtown Greenville. Explore the region’s best, five-star trails with this easy-to-carry and easy-to-use guidebook. In the updated edition, local author and hiking expert Sherry Jackson shares everything you need to know about spectacular outings that lead to mountain panoramas, majestic waterfalls, remote wilderness, and more. Inside you’ll find: Descriptions of 27 five-star hiking trails for all levels and interests GPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and detailed directions to trailheads Insight into the history, flora, and fauna of each route Ratings for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for children Lace up, grab your pack, and hit the trail!
Download or read book Family Hikes in Upstate South Carolina written by Scott Lynch 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: Tucked into the northwest corner of South Carolina, the Upstate is famous for its waterfalls, scenic views, and rich natural and human history. It's also perfect for introducing anyone of any age to the pleasures of hiking. Whether you prefer state parks, historic sites, or more remote heritage preserves, this guide offers 20 walks ranging from half a mile to 4 miles. Visit spectacular Twin Falls, walk the trail at the historic settlement of Hagood Mill, or splash in the clear waters of Lake Jocassee at Devils Fork State Park. Each hike entry includes driving and hiking directions, maps and GPS coordinates, difficulty rating, round-trip hiking distance, trail surface description, and more.
Download or read book 50 Hikes in South Carolina Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Johnny Molloy and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2016-12-27 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hikes and walks from the mountains to the Lowcountry Seasoned hiking author Johnny Molloy details 50 hikes of varied lengths and difficulties throughout verdant South Carolina, from the Chattooga River to the diverse terrain of the Midlands, including Congaree National Park, all the way to the Lowcountry, land of beaches and forgotten swamps and designated wildernesses. Specific emphasis is placed on the most scenic destinations and unique places that make the Palmetto State special. Each hike includes a helpful information section, trail map, trailhead directions, and stunning photographs, with intriguing commentary about the human or natural history along the way.
Download or read book Success on the Foothills Trail written by Richard Monahan and published by . This book was released on 2018-02-03 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This descriptive narrative relates a digest of the author's experience while thru-hiking the Foothills Trail in South Carolina. His major motivation for telling this story is to encourage both experienced and first time backpacking hikers to undertake thru-hiking this diverse Trail. Detailed description is provided regarding the Trail's terrain, picturesque vistas, magnificent waterfalls, remarkable design bridges, and its prominent summits. This book is printed in full color so that the reader can enjoy its many pictures that the author captured in highlighting sites along the entire length of the Trail.
Download or read book Foothills written by Brodie Davis and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-01-14 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By 2015 Brodie had hiked the Foothills Trail five of six times. A seventy-six-mile long trail that meanders through the foothills of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. This hiker discovers that thinking is inseparable from hiking and that our natural world is an escape from humanity. Four solo hikes and two in company makes for some great stories hiking and even canoeing along the Foothills Trail. Hike five's twenty mile days, over hills, through downpours and over flooded rivers is the canvas for all six hikes. Time, strategy and a euphoric view of forests and trees mingle in the pages of this book. Because of the author's employment with the State of South Carolina, this book unfortunately is not available to be purchased by South Carolina state government agencies or entities of any affiliation with, for resale or displayed in SC State owned facilities for the purposes of resale, marketing or advertising, unless otherwise deemed lawful through legal and/or proper channels.
Download or read book North Carolina Waterfalls written by Kevin Adams and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 250 of the best waterfalls found in North Carolina with full descriptions, comprehensive directions, and four-color photographs.
Download or read book Waterfall Hikes of Upstate South Carolina written by Thomas E. King and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2023-04-15 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A waterfall is a perfect destination for a day hike. In this revised and updated guide, native South Carolinian, photographer, and hiker Thomas E. King lists 147 waterfall destinations in the mountains of Upstate South Carolina. Ranging from easy-to-access roadside locations to those that require a six-mile trek, these hikes feature some of the most famous, and some of the most remote, waterfalls in the region. The guide can be used by those of all levels of hiking ability, whether expert or novice. These easy-to-reach waterfalls of Upstate South Carolina are a fun and fascinating retreat for the entire family. Most of these falls are within the ability of the average hiker to reach on a day hike. Some sites are of particularly easy access, such as the pristine falls in the Blue Ridge Mountains, which families with young children and mature adults are encouraged to visit. King has provided the most recent trail directions and waterfall locations available to the public. He also lists and catalogs many remote or hard-to-find waterfalls and waterfalls that nature has reclaimed because the trails have ceased to be maintained. Each entry includes complete driving and hiking directions, trail length and estimated hiking time, a difficulty rating, and a detailed description of the waterfall itself, including a photograph.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in South Carolina written by Johnny Molloy and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2007-05-29 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seasoned hiking author Johnny Molloy details 50 hikes of varied lengths and difficulties throughout verdant South Carolina, from the Chattooga River to the varied terrain of the Midlands, including Congaree National Park, all the way to the Lowcountry, land of beaches and forgotten swamps and designated wildernesses. Specific emphasis is placed on the most scenic destinations and unique places that make the Palmetto State special. Each hike includes a helpful information section, trail map, trailhead directions, and stunning photographs, with intriguing commentary about the human or natural history along the way.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in South Carolina Walks Hikes Backpacking Trips from the Lowcountry Shores to the Midlands to the Mountains Rivers of the Upstate written by Johnny Molloy and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2007-06-04 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seasoned hiking author Johnny Molloy details 50 hikes of varied lengths and difficulties throughout verdant South Carolina, from the Chattooga River to the varied terrain of the Midlands, including Congaree National Park, all the way to the Lowcountry, land of beaches and forgotten swamps and designated wildernesses. Specific emphasis is placed on the most scenic destinations and unique places that make the Palmetto State special. Each hike includes a helpful information section, trail map, trailhead directions, and stunning photographs, with intriguing commentary about the human or natural history along the way.
Download or read book Kids on the Trail written by Rose Rivezzi and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is a guidebook for hiking with children in the Adirondack Park. We have over 65 hikes, each with a trail map. Many color photographs and trail descriptions. It has plenty of information on how to accommodate the needs of young children"--
Download or read book Best Dog Hikes South Carolina written by Melissa Watson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-04-01 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook reveals a collection of sixty of the best dog friendly hiking trails in South Carolina. From mountain views to the coveted coast, there’s a trail for you and your trusty companions. Your pups will frolic, swim, play, explore, and enjoy every step of the way. Throughout are full-color photos and maps, helpful tips, and tailored hike specs with information on leash requirements, trail surface, other trail users, and more. You’ll also find important advice about hiking with dogs and preparation before you hit the trail. Grab the leash, don your pack, and get ready for an adventure that will have tails wagging for days to come.
Download or read book Hiking Waterfalls in Georgia and South Carolina written by Melissa Watson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2011-09-13 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The mountains of Georgia and South Carolina are renowned for beautiful waterfalls. Hiking Waterfalls in Georgia and South Carolina includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for more than 60 of the most scenic waterfall hikes in the states—many of them along the mountainous border between the two states, within easy access of each other. Hike descriptions also include history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates. This book is an ideal complement to the popular FalconGuides Hiking South Carolina and Hiking Georgia, with minimal overlapping content.
Download or read book Wanderlust USA written by Robert Klanten and published by Die Gestalten Verlag-DGV. This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Experienced outdoor enthusiasts and those lacing-up their boots for their first time: prepare to hike the diverse American landscape. Whether aiming to conquer epic expeditions, or simply complete a day hike to recharge, paths of every size await the intrepid wayfarer in Wanderlust USA, a book that serves as a blueprint for adventurous souls in search of new summits."--Amazon.com
