Download or read book Hiking Maine written by Greg Westrich and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-04-01 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lace up your boots and sample seventy-two of the finest trails the Pine Tree State has to offer. From the beaches of Acadia National Park and historic routes through Belfast or Portland to scenic treks up Mount Katahdin and backpacking along the Bigelow Range, Maine has routes to please hikers of every stripe. Hiking Maine describes trails that vary in length from an easy one-hour stroll along a quiet nature trail to challenging treks in the backcountry.Use this guide for up-to-date trail information, accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trails, difficulty ratings for each hike, detailed trail maps, tips about hiking with children and information on barrier-free trails for hikers with special needs. Whether you are a day-tripper or long-distance hiker, old hand or novice, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest throughout Maine. Look inside to find: Hikes suited to every ability Mile-by-mile directional cues Difficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees/permits, and best hiking seasons Full-color photos throughout

Download or read book Hiking Waterfalls Maine written by Greg Westrich and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-05-01 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hiking Waterfalls in Maine includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for approximately 100 of the most scenic waterfall hikes in the area. Hike descriptions also include history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates. Hiking Waterfalls in Maine will take you through state and national parks, forests, monuments and wilderness areas, and from popular city parks to the most remote and secluded corners of the area to view the most spectacular waterfalls.

Download or read book Hiking Maine written by Greg Westrich and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-04-01 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lace up your boots and sample seventy-two of the finest trails the Pine Tree State has to offer. From the beaches of Acadia National Park and historic routes through Belfast or Portland to scenic treks up Mount Katahdin and backpacking along the Bigelow Range, Maine has routes to please hikers of every stripe. Hiking Maine describes trails that vary in length from an easy one-hour stroll along a quiet nature trail to challenging treks in the backcountry.Use this guide for up-to-date trail information, accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trails, difficulty ratings for each hike, detailed trail maps, tips about hiking with children and information on barrier-free trails for hikers with special needs. Whether you are a day-tripper or long-distance hiker, old hand or novice, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest throughout Maine. Look inside to find: Hikes suited to every ability Mile-by-mile directional cues Difficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees/permits, and best hiking seasons Full-color photos throughout

Download or read book When You Find My Body written by D. Dauphinee and published by Down East Books. This book was released on 2019-06-01 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geraldine Largay vanished in July 2013, while hiking the Appalachian Trail in Maine. Her disappearance sparked the largest lost-person search in Maine history, which culminated in her being presumed dead. She was never again seen alive.

Download or read book Coastal Trails of Maine written by Dolores Kong and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 2020-07 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maine has one of the longest coastlines in the United States (by one estimation even exceeding that of California), and with nearly 55% of the state's population living in a coastal county the Maine coast remains a popular and populated area of the northeast. Coastal Trails of Maine celebrates this vibrant region by offering the best hikes along Maine's gorgeous coast. Written by local experts and NOBA winners, Dolores Kong and Dan Ring, Coastal Trails of Maine will offer everything hikers will need to explore this treasured shoreline.

Download or read book 50 Hikes in the Maine Mountains written by Cloe Chunn and published by Countryman Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An updated guide to one of the East Coast's most popular hiking venues. "After more than two decades of hiking," writes Cloe Chunn, "I am even more in love with this place." "This place" is northern Maine, a magnificent and largely unspoiled stretch of landscape encompassing Baxter State Park, the Rangeley Lakes, Aroostook County, and much more. Chunn leads hikers up Maine's highest and most scenic peaksMounts Katahdin, Kineo, Traveler, and Doubletopfrom gentle grades to vertiginious scrambling along the Knife's Edge. She leads you to waterfalls, remote ponds, lookout towers, swimming holes, and incomparable vistas. Hikes in this revised third edition range in length from 2 hours to 5 days, and provide something for hikers of all abilities. Each hike description includes a topographical map and information on mileage, rise, and terrain. Along the way Chunn provides information on the geology, wildlife, and history of each trail. And she places special emphasis on family hikinghow to choose the best trails for kids, and how to make the trip appealing to hikers of every age. 40 black and white photographs 51 maps Index

Download or read book Hiking Maine s Baxter State Park written by Greg Westrich and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2017-06-01 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Grand Pitch on remote Webster Stream to the blueberry covered summit of The Sentinel to dozens of waterfalls and swimming holes on Howe Brook, Hiking Maine’s Baxter StatePark is your source for detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for Baxter State Park’s best hikes. Also included are iconic routes up Katahdin, easy walks to ponds and wetlands where wildlife regularly feed, multi-day trips within the park, and hikes along the southern most section of the International Appalachian Trail.

Download or read book The Boomer s Guide to Hiking in Maine written by Peter and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2011-10-05 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why a hiking book for Boomers? Because Boomers are a savvy lot and they know that one size does not fit all. While they may be up for adventure and eager to challenge themselves, they wisely want to know what they are getting into before taking the leap. Thats exactly what youll get in this lively and informative hiking book, appropriate for both novice and experienced hiker. Organized into five Boomer Rating categories according to the level of challenge, the 75 hikes of this book begin with an honest assessment of the physical demands (and pleasures) of a hike, then give you all the advance trail intel necessary to make your day in the woods memorable. Drawing upon first-hand experience, the authorswho didnt start hiking until into their fifth and sixth decadesare eager to encourage others in the upper-age bracket to enjoy the great benefits of hiking. To entice you out, they include a full spectrum of hikes from easy rambles to dozens of peaks, giving you a wealth of helpful and practical advice about the trails, along with entertaining and informative anecdotes about wildlife, trail lore, Maine history, and tips for dealing with creaky joints and cranky knees.

Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes Greenville Maine written by Greg Westrich and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-06-01 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring a range of hikes covering the coastal and inland areas within an hour's drive of Greenville, Best Easy Day Hikes Greenville is an essential hiking companion. Whether you prefer long or short hikes, populated areas or quiet woods, you’ll have plenty of options, including several lesser-known hikes. Each hike includes concise descriptions, GPS coordinates, and detailed maps. Look inside for: Casual hikes to full-day adventures Hikes for everyone, including families Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps Trail Finder to choose the best hikes for what you need GPS coordinates

Download or read book Open Season written by Daren Worcester and published by Down East Books. This book was released on 2017-04-01 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Woods Cop: True Stories of the Maine Warden Service is a collection of 21 stories from two former colonels, two lieutenants, two sergeants, four district wardens, a warden pilot, and one currently active duty corporal. Altogether, their cumulative experiences account for more than 300 years of warden experience. Before reality TV cameras, GPS devices, and dashboard computers, these wardens presided over a coming of age era for the Maine Warden Service. It was a time when a compass, map, and their wits were what mattered most in the field. Every day offered the potential for an exciting new adventure, many of which endangered the wardens themselves. This book recreates the full warden experience. In addition to hair-raising, life-and-death scenarios, the collection covers moments such as a child innocently outing his parents as “looking for deer” at night, the doldrums of a stakeout, and the grief of tragedy. The stories have been written in a third person, narrative format to ensure consistency in style and to help readers feel the excitement of a twig snapped in the dark, the frustration of second guessing yourself when lives are at stake, and the duty to do what’s right, even if it means breaking the law.

Download or read book Maine Hikes Off the Beaten Path written by Aislinn Sarnacki and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-06-01 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you’re a visitor or a local looking for something different, Maine Hikes Off the Beaten Path leads you through the Pine Tree State with stunning views along the way--from mountaintops to trails and wildlife reserves. In this collection of hikes, Bangor Daily News outdoors reporter Aislinn Sarnacki presents thirty-five hikes around the state that will let you experience the Maine wilderness.

Download or read book 50 Hikes in Coastal and Inland Maine 5th Edition Explorer s 50 Hikes written by John Gibson and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2016-04-18 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A best-selling hiking guide to Maine’s most widely traveled region, completely revised and with 10 new hikes Locals and visitors to Maine’s beautiful coastline will find miles of satisfying hiking, with outings that range from short walks for families to all-day excursions for serious hikers. Each hike in this guide includes a topographic map, information on difficulty, mileage, and elevation, and a detailed description of the route. An overview chart at the beginning of the book describes the 50 hikes at a glance for easy trip planning.

Download or read book Hiking Maine s 4 000 Footers written by Doug Dunlap and published by Down East Books. This book was released on 2021-04-01 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Including Tumbledown, Saddleback, the Bigelows, and of course Katahdin, Maine has 14 mountains over 4,000 feet in elevation. For hikers, it’s a shared goal to summit all 14 of them. Registered Maine Guide Doug Dunlap has done just that, multiple times in fact, and he shares his wisdom and experience in this guide. Included are detailed directions to trail heads, trail routes and difficulty levels, what to expect as you hike, and other useful information to help you bag them all and have a blast doing it. Color maps and photos included.

Download or read book Family Friendly Hikes in Maine written by Aislinn Sarnacki and published by Down East Books. This book was released on 2017-06-01 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The vast majority of visitors to Maine are not rugged outdoors types looking for adventure. Yet many of these people still want to enjoy a nice walk or short hike with their kids or parents. In this collection of hikes, Bangor Daily News outdoors reporter Aislinn Sarnacki presents dozens of hikes around the state that will let you experience the Maine wilderness, but won’t leave you gasping for breath. Most are short (less than three miles), and all are in the easy/moderate difficulty range. Color photos inform you of trail details and some of the wildlife or scenery you may see on your hikes, and clear maps make sure you make it home for dinner. It’s all rounded out with practical advice and information about access to public and private lands.

Download or read book Hiking Maine s 100 Mile Wilderness written by Greg Westrich and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2023-05-01 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Maine’s 100 Mile Wilderness is one of the most famous sections of the Appalachian Trail – a 97-mile stretch that attracts hikers from around the world. The area’s name derives from the fact that it’s the longest section on the whole AT without a paved road crossing or a town. What most people don’t know is that the region is crisscrossed with logging roads, providing day access to the trail as well as the mountain, ponds, and waterfalls surrounding it. This guide will include more than forty hikes, capturing the best of the great wilderness. Hikes will guide you through a mixture of working forests and preserves. Discover the highest waterfall on the entire Appalachian Trail, remote mountains like Wadleigh, and one of the largest springs in New England. Look inside to find detailed maps, hike descriptions, mile-by-mile directional cues, and much more.

Download or read book Day Hiking in the Western Maine Mountains written by Doug Dunlap and published by Down East Books. This book was released on 2021-04-01 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The mountains and foothills of western Maine are a hiker's paradise, featuring some of the finest hiking terrain in the Eastern United States. Join Registered Maine Guide Doug Dunlap on more than two dozen excursions. Hikes range from quiet stream-side rambles and waterfall hikes to gut-busting ascents to high peaks with breezy open summits. There are short walks that will take an hour or less, and there are day-long treks, all rounded out with maps, practical tips and safety advice, and even suggestions for hiking with kids and dogs.

Download or read book AMC s Best Day Hikes Along the Maine Coast written by Carey Michael Kish and published by Appalachian Mountain Club. This book was released on 2024-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With AMC's Best Day Hikes in Coastal Maine, explore the Pine Tree State's rugged coast over 50 different hikes, enjoying classic views, historical lighthouses, and abundant natural beauty. Perfect for hikers of all experience and skill levels.