Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in Northern Virginia Walks Hikes and Backpacks from the Allegheny Mountains to Chesapeake Bay Fourth Edition written by Leonard M. Adkins and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2015-05-04 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great hikes plus the natural and human history of each area. From the rugged summits of the Allegheny Mountains to the gentle shores of Chesapeake Bay, this new edition explores more than 360 miles of pathways with up-to-date information on trail closures, route changes, and new territory. It offers a rich selection of hikes for every degree of physical stamina and for any amount of time you have available, as well as an in-depth exploration of the human and natural history that contributes to the compelling story of the region, noting historic events that occurred nearby and how the landscape itself helped shape those events.

Download or read book Explorer s Guide The Shenandoah Valley Mountains of the Virginias Includes Virginia s Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains West Virginia s Alleghenies New River Region written by Jim Hargan and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2005-04-19 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lively, comprehensive guide to the southern Appalachians, from Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains to the Monongahela National Forest of West Virginia. With visitation levels that rival Orlando and New York City, the southern Appalachians draw a huge array of weekenders, adventurers, and long-term visitors. This book offers historical insight, outdoor adventure, and all the information most travelers need to plan and enjoy their journey. This guide also serves as an insider's handbook to the nine national parks, offering active travelers the best access points and trailheads for kayaking, biking, and hiking excursions. In addition, this comprehensive guide to the region includes opinionated listings of inns, B&Bs, hotels, and vacation cabins; hundreds of dining reviews, from barbecue to four-star cuisine; up-to-date maps; an alphabetical "What's Where" subject guide to aid in trip planning; and handy icons that point out family-friendly establishments, wheelchair access, places of special value, and lodgings that accept pets.

Download or read book Hiking Virginia written by Bill Burnham and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2024-09-17 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of a National Outdoor Book Award Honorable Mention, Hiking Virginia is indispensable for exploring the Commonwealth. Authors Bill and Mary Burnham breath fresh air into popular Virginia destinations, and explore commonly overlooked yet equally dramatic hikes. Explore the history of a young American nation; watch stories of lost cultures come alive; and imagine the ghosts of Indian raiders, moonshiners, and outlaws haunting the backcountry routes of the past. Packed with notes on plants, trees, and geology, plus a list of local attractions and "good eats and sleeps" for the weary hiker, Hiking Virginia covers the Commonwealth's outdoors from the sea shores to the mountain slopes, past and present. Also included is a special section detailing the Appalachian Trail through Virginia, taking thru-hikers along the six-week route from Damascus, Virginia to Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Inside readers will find: full-color photos, detailed color maps, accurate route profiles showing the ups and downs of each hike, tips on equipment, trip planning, hiking with dogs and children, accurate directions, difficulty ratings, trail contacts, and more.

Download or read book Backpackers Sourcebook written by Penny Hargrove and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Explorer s Guide West Virginia Second Edition Explorer s Complete written by Leonard M. Adkins and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2011-05-02 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than half of the country's population lives within a day's drive of West Virginia, and savvy travelers have known that it is the playground of the East. Whether you’d like to visit historic sites; take scenic drives or walking tours; go hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, or fishing; or take in museums small and large, author Leonard Adkins steers you to the best that West Virginia has to offer. The locals know where to find hidden swimmin’ holes, waterfalls, and the best barbecue joints, and now you will too! Features detailed, opinionated reviews of dining and lodging places as well as tools to help you plan and make the most of your trip.

Download or read book Paddling Virginia and West Virginia written by Johnny Molloy and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-06-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide to Virginia and West Virginia’s best paddling trips with routes for every type of paddler, including access points, difficulty ratings, special points of interest, history and more.

Download or read book Highroad Guide to the Virginia Mountains written by Deane Winegar and published by Taylor Trade Publishing. This book was released on 1998 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether headed to the rugged backcountry, a day of scenic driving, or a summer vacation, the HIGHROAD GUIDES lead you to the best the mountains have to offer. Includes a minimum of 55 new maps, natural history information, and other general traveler's information. Written by award-winning nature journalist Garvey Winegar and acclaimed outdoor writer/nature photographer Deane Dozier Winegar.

Download or read book Mountain Life Work written by and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 1058 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vols. 1-12 include proceedings of the 13th-24th annual Conference of southern mountain workers.

Download or read book Hiking the U S A written by David L. Drotar and published by Conran Octopus. This book was released on 1987 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Hiking Guide to Western Pennsylvania written by Bruce Sundquist and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Circuit Hikes in Virginia West Virginia Maryland and Pennsylvania written by Jean Golightly and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trail data and maps for 25 hikes in the four-state area. Some are flat, others rugged; some can be done in an afternoon, others will be a rough, all-day trip.

Download or read book Guide to Paths in the Blue Ridge written by Potomac Appalachian Trail Club and published by . This book was released on 1950 with total page 920 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book West Virginia Hiking Trails written by Allen De Hart and published by Appalachian Mountain Club. This book was released on 1997 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only comprehensive trail guide available for the Mountain State this book features descriptions of more than 500 trails totaling nearly 2000 miles

Download or read book Camping Virginia and West Virginia written by Desiree Smith-Daughety and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022-04-01 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully revised and updated, this guide to more than 100 public campgrounds in Virginia and West Virginia is perfect for tent and RV campers alike. Within each campground listing is vital information on location, road conditions, fees, reservations, available facilities, and recreational activities. The listings are organized by geographic area, and thorough site maps will simplify the search for the perfect campground. Virginia and West Virginia offer a surprising array of quiet, out-of-the-way parks replete with lakes, rivers, rugged hills, and even rocky cliffs. Camping Virginia and West Virginia provides useful tips on camping etiquette and enjoying—or avoiding—the state’s diverse and abundant wildlife. Look inside for: * Campground locations * Facilities and hookups * Fees and reservations * GPS coordinates for each campground * Recreational activities * What equipment and clothing to bring

Download or read book Hiking Virginia s National Forests written by Karin Wuertz-Schaefer and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering sweeping vistas, splendid peaks, beaver ponds and cathedral-like virgin forests, the trails in this guide are perfect for camping, hiking, backpacking and camping in George Washington and Jefferson National Forests

Download or read book Best Tent Camping West Virginia written by Johnny Molloy and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2014-08-05 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Allegheny Highlands to the Feudin' Country of the Hatfields and McCoys, camping in West Virginia has never been better. Best Tent Camping: West Virginia, now in its third edition, is a guidebook for tent campers who like quiet, scenic, and serene campsites. It's the perfect resource if you blanch at the thought of pitching a tent on a concrete slab, trying to sleep through the blare of another camper's boombox, or waking up to find your tent surrounded by a convoy of RVs. In Best Tent Camping: West Virginia, outdoor adventurer Johnny Molloy guides readers to the quietest, most beautiful, most secure, and best-managed campgrounds in the Mountain State. Painstakingly selected from hundreds of campgrounds, each campsite is rated for beauty, noise, privacy, security, spaciousness, and cleanliness. Each campground profile gives unbiased and thorough evaluations, taking the guess work out of finding the perfect site.

Download or read book Shenandoah the Valley Story written by Alvin Dohme and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: