Download or read book Hiking the Carolina Mountains written by Danny Bernstein and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The mountains of western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina are a hikers paradise--rich with human history and home to some of the greatest biological diversity in the world. This guide includes 57 day hikes ranging in length from 2 to 13 miles, with destinations including the waterfalls of DuPont State forest; the Blue Ridge Parkway's beautiful Craggy Gardens; the ruins of George Vanderbilt's palatial Buck Spring hunting lodge on Mt. Pisgah; the summit of Cold Mountain, and more. Each entry covers everything you need to know to enjoy your hike: maps and detailed directions, mileage, elevation gain, trail highlights, fees and hiking regulations, films and novels set in each location, and more.

Download or read book Hiking North Carolina 2024 written by Larry Lawler and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-07-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure through North Carolina's breathtaking landscapes? Imagine standing on a mountain peak, feeling the cool breeze on your face, and soaking in panoramic views that stretch for miles. Picture yourself wandering through ancient forests, discovering hidden waterfalls, and encountering wildlife in their natural habitats. Have you ever felt the urge to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and reconnect with nature? Do you yearn for the thrill of exploring new trails and uncovering the secrets of North Carolina's wilderness? This comprehensive guidebook, Hiking North Carolina is your ultimate companion for discovering the state's most stunning hiking destinations. With expertly curated trail descriptions, safety tips, and personal anecdotes from seasoned hikers, this book is designed to inspire and equip you for your next adventure. Benefits of Having This Book: - Navigate trails with ease using interactive maps and QR codes. - Access exclusive online resources for real-time updates and community forums. - Gain insights from local experts on hidden gems and seasonal highlights. - Enjoy discounts on essential hiking gear from our trusted partners. - Participate in photo contests and contribute your stories for future editions. Goals of the Book: - Discover: Unveil North Carolina's hidden hiking gems and iconic trails. - Prepare: Equip yourself with essential gear, safety tips, and packing lists. - Connect: Engage with local communities and conservation efforts. - Inspire: Capture the beauty of nature with photography tips and personal stories. Learn about a secret trail that offers the best panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, known only to a few local hikers. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a beginner, this guidebook is your key to unlocking the wonders of North Carolina's great outdoors. Perfect as a gift for friends and family who love nature, this book is more than just a guide-it's an invitation to explore, connect, and create lasting memories. Don't miss out on the adventure of a lifetime. Get your copy of today and start your journey towards discovering the natural beauty and hidden treasures of the Tar Heel State. Start your adventure now and let the trails of North Carolina inspire you!

Download or read book Hiking North Carolina written by Randy Johnson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-01-15 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Great Smokies and the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Piedmont and the Outer Banks, this thoroughly updated and revised guide features more than 200 hiking trails in all regions of the state.

Download or read book Hiking North Carolina written by Randy Johnson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2007-02-01 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Great Smokies and the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Piedmont and the Outer Banks, this thoroughly updated and revised guide features more than 200 hiking trails in all regions of the state.

Download or read book Hiking North Carolina s Blue Ridge Mountains written by Danny Bernstein 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: Western North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains are some of the oldest on earth, boasting old-growth forests, pristine streams, and ancient heath balds with stunning views. This guide includes 72 great day hikes ranging from 1 to 13 miles, with destinations like the stone tower of Hanging Rock State Park, Max Patch on the Appalachian Trail, the "Opera Box" at Chimney Rock State Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway's Craggy Gardens, the waterfalls of Linville Gorge, and Gregory Bald in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Each entry includes complete driving and hiking directions, maps, trailhead GPS coordinates, elevation gain, trail highlights, and related historical anecdotes, plus books and movies set in each locale.

Download or read book Great Day Hikes on North Carolina s Mountains to Sea Trail written by Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2020-02-18 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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

Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in the Mountains of North Carolina Third Edition Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Robert L. Williams and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2012-06-04 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated third edition offers day hikes for all skill levels and abilities, including an underground hike through an old gold mine and a climb to the top of the highest peak along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The mountain ranges of North Carolina—from the Blue Ridge and Great Smokies to the southern foothills—are distinguished by steep gorges, spectacular waterfalls, lush forests, open vistas and temperate weather, making them a popular hiking destination in every season. This updated third edition offers day hikes for all skill levels and abilities, including an underground hike through an old gold mine and a climb to the top of the highest peak along the Blue Ridge Parkway. In addition to trailhead directions, hiking distances and times, safety tips, and topographic maps, you’ll also find folk stories, historical anecdotes, and natural history information.

Download or read book Hiking North Carolina s State Parks written by Johnny Molloy and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2022-03-08 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: North Carolina's state parks reflect the natural abundance and variety in the Tar Heel State, with preserves located in each of the major regions from mountains to coast. With this guide, Johnny Molloy details the best hikes to enjoy in North Carolina's expanding state parks system. Written with the beginning, intermediate, and seasoned hiker in mind, Hiking North Carolina's State Parks is the most comprehensive and useful hiking guide published to date dedicated to exploring our beautiful state parks. Readers will find: Detailed information for more than 50 hikes, including highlights and advice for each hike Detailed hike maps in full color, complete with important trail information Expert guidance on what gear to take with you Up-to-date information on park hours, locations, and safety information Details for each hike include elevation changes, levels of difficulty, and more Over 50 beautiful, full-color photographs of North Carolina's varied and unique landscapes

Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in the Mountains of North Carolina Third Edition written by Robert L. Williams and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2012-06-04 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated third edition offers day hikes for all skill levels and abilities, including an underground hike through an old gold mine and a climb to the top of the highest peak along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The mountain ranges of North Carolina—from the Blue Ridge and Great Smokies to the southern foothills—are distinguished by steep gorges, spectacular waterfalls, lush forests, open vistas and temperate weather, making them a popular hiking destination in every season. This updated third edition offers day hikes for all skill levels and abilities, including an underground hike through an old gold mine and a climb to the top of the highest peak along the Blue Ridge Parkway. In addition to trailhead directions, hiking distances and times, safety tips, and topographic maps, you’ll also find folk stories, historical anecdotes, and natural history information.

Download or read book 100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina written by Joe Miller and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2007-10-09 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CLICK HERE to download two free hikes — "Cedar Rock Trail" and "Crowders Mountain" — from 100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina * Each of these North Carolina hikes is the cream-of-the-crop * Full-color topographical maps, elevation profiles, and over 100 stunning trail photographs * Trails-at-a-Glance chart to help find the hikes you want quickly and easily * Includes info on North Carolina public lands acquisition and regulations North Carolina is the ideal hiking state: dramatic mountain trails in the Southern Appalachians, lots of rolling trails near high population centers in the Piedmont, diverse hikes that few people know about on the Coastal Plain. The varied climates of the state make for a wide array of hiking opportunities, sure to provide some favorites for everyone. Whether you thrive off of an intense heart-pounding climb with a sweeping vista as a reward or prefer a smoother terrain filled with interesting historical tidbits, there is a classic hike for you.

Download or read book Southern Appalachian Day Hikes North Carolina Blue Ridge Parkway Trails Edition written by Cindy Lemon and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Hiking North Carolina written by Randy Johnson and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 1996 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Great Smokies and the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Piedmont and the Outer Banks, this guide features more than 200 hikes in all regions of the state--including the Appalachian Trail, Grandfather Mountain, Linville Gorge and Shining Rock wilderness areas, Roan Mountain, the greenways of Charlotte, Durham, and Raliegh, and the coastal areas of Nags Head, Cape Lookout, and Cape Hatteras. Whether you're interested in a challenging backpacking adventure deep in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains or an easy day hike along a greenway or an ocean beach, "Hiking North Carolina" is an indispensable part of your next outing.

Download or read book North Carolina Waterfalls written by Kevin Adams and published by Blair. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to over 200 waterfalls. Over 80 black-and-white and color photographs are included.

Download or read book Appalachian Trail Guide to North Carolina Georgia Including the Great Smokey Mountains National Park written by William Van Horn and published by Appalachian Trail Conference. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The official guide to the 238 miles of the Appalachian Trail from its southern terminus on Springer Mountain in Georgia (about an hour north of Atlanta) to the eastern boundary of Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the North Carolina-Tennessee border. This guidebook comes with four five-color topographic maps printed on two sheets of waterproof, tear-resistant material, for the areas south of the park and National Geographic Maps' five-color topographic map of the park, with its side trails. The route traverses wilderness areas throughout the Chattahoochee-Oconee and Nantahala national forests, as well as the park, and includes the most rugged sections of the legendary footpath south of New Hampshire and Maine. All the waterproof, tear-proof maps have scales of about one inch to one mile. The book includes detailed trail descriptions as well as information on overnight sites, water sources, natural and cultural history of the areas, and directions to trailheads. Packaged in a resealable bag for convenience on the trail. No batteries, downloads, or service reception required.

Download or read book North Carolina Hiking Trails written by Allen De Hart and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 509 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Chasing the Smokies Moon written by Nancy East and published by Headlamp Publishing. This book was released on 2021-11-15 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Before she went missing, Susan Clements was hiking with her daughter on one of the most popular trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, less than a mile from Clingmans Dome. When Nancy East’s search and rescue team joined the effort to find her, she learned Susan was a mother to three children who adored her. What Nancy didn’t know then was how much the search for Susan would impact and influence her own life’s path afterward. Two years later, Nancy and her good friend, Chris Ford, set out to improve the speed record of hiking all 801 miles of trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park while raising funds for hiker safety and preparedness. While chasing the record, the duo faced tropical storm rains, swollen, unbridged creek crossings, injuries, night hiking, and wildlife encounters. Their arduous journey also became intertwined in one of the most rare human-bear tragedies in the park’s history. Maintaining a positive mental attitude was their superpower through it all. The enormous feat of endurance was one of the most grueling endeavors that Nancy, a mother and everyday athlete, had ever faced. However, the hardest things she had endured were in her past. The strength she gained from those experiences was now moving her forward, one difficult step at a time. Chasing the Smokies Moon is a story of grief, hope, empowerment, and love, and the thread that binds them all. ADVANCE PRAISE FOR CHASING THE SMOKIES MOON "If you think that setting trail records is about speed and hubris, Nancy East will prove you wrong. It is not her success, but her vulnerability that will encourage you to keep moving forward when the next step feels impossible. It is not her impressive miles, but rather her insightful reflections that allow you to recognize feelings of gratitude and connectedness in the midst of pain and loss. And it is not her attributes as a hiker, but her roles as a mother, spouse, and friend that make this book a valuable resource for anyone who is trying to navigate through relationships - and adventure." --Jennifer Pharr Davis, author of The Pursuit of Endurance: Harnessing the Record-Breaking Power of Strength and Resilience “I have always thought of Nancy East as somewhat of a real life superhero -- this harrowing and transparent account of her FKT attempt and SAR fundraising effort has certainly solidified that sentiment!” --Steven Reinhold, Backpacker Magazine, Brand Ambassador “Chasing the Smokies Moon is a deep dive into the depths of a Fastest Known Time record attempt. East relays with humor, profundity, and humility the highs and lows of an intense journey through the Great Smoky Mountains and human connection." --Heather Anderson, author of Mud, Rocks, Blazes: Letting Go on the Appalachian Trail “This story is more than just a recounting of an incredible feat of endurance and perseverance, it is an insightful and revealing look into the mind and soul of multi faceted adventurous woman.” --Kevin Fitzgerald, former Deputy Superintendent of Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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.