Download or read book Popular Day Hikes 4 written by Theo Dombrowski and published by Rocky Mountain Books Ltd. This book was released on 2014-05-12 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Popular Day Hikes is a series of books written for visitors and locals looking to hike scenic trails from well-established staging areas. These factual, attractive guides feature detailed maps and colour photographs to whet the appetite. Famed worldwide for its natural beauty, Vancouver Island is blessed with towering mountains, thundering waterfalls and rich forests. Many of the most beautiful parts of the island, however, can be enjoyed only by those who explore its wilderness trails. This unique and colourful guidebook sorts through all of various possibilities and selects for the reader the very best day hikes. Ranging from 6 km to 25 km and from easy to challenging, these hikes are all accessible from generally reliable roads. In addition, each hike is accompanied by a clear, colourful map, step by step directions and full-colour photographs. Dotted around central and southern Vancouver Island, these hikes are varied in the opportunities they give for multi-season adventures. While some lead to spectacular peaks and alpine meadows accessible only during the summer, many others take the hiker along low ridges or past rivers and lakes accessible throughout most of the year.
Download or read book AMC s Best Day Hikes Near Philadelphia written by Susan Charkes and published by AMC's Best Day Hikes. This book was released on 2018 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AMC's Best Day Hikes near Philadelphia will take you through 50 of the region's best hikes for all levels. Ideal for families, tourists, and locals alike, this easy-to-use guide will help you explore Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware year-round, from lesser-known excursions to area favorites, including several hikes on the Appalachian Trail. Take a walk through historic Valley Forge, discover the beautiful Brandywine Creek State Park, and see the Pinnacle's spectacular views on the Appalachian Trail. Fully revised and updated, this edition features new hikes in Wolf's Hollow Country Park, Stroud Preserve, Brendan Byrne State Forest, Rockhopper/Dry Run Creek Trails, Trexler Preserve, and Blue Marsh Lake. All descriptions of previously featured trails have been updated to reflect the most recent openings, closings, and reroutings, highlighting the best hikes within an hour or two of Philadelphia.
Download or read book AMC s Best Day Hikes Near New York City written by Dan Case and published by Appalachian Mountain Club. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook from the Appalachian Mountain Club's Best Day Hikes Series takes you to 50 of the best short excursions in New York, Connecticut, and Northern New Jersey.
Download or read book AMC s Best Day Hikes in Vermont written by Jen Lamphere Roberts and published by AMC's Best Day Hikes. This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the best hikes in the Green Mountain State, all doable in a day or less, with this indispensable book from the Appalachian Mountain Club-the definitive source on hiking in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Fully updated and revised, the second edition of Best Day Hikes in Vermont features 60 of the state's top treks for all ability levels, from recommended stretches of the Long Trail and the Appalachian Trail to Mount Olga in southern Vermont and Mount Independence along Lake Champlain, near the Canadian border. This edition also features new hikes, including Bald, Bromley, Haystack, and Belvidere mountains; Grout Pond and Somerset Reservoir; Barr Hill; and Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge. An at-a-glance trip planner makes it easy to find the best trails for families, dogs, snowshoeing, Cross-country skiing, and more. Both visitors and locals alike will delight in exploring Vermont's natural beauty with AMC as a companion. 60 Hiking routes for all ability levels and seasons, At-a-glance trip planner to help you find the hike that's right for you, Summaries of time, distance, and difficulty level for each hike, GPS Coordinates for trailheads, Detailed maps showing parking areas, trails, and natural highlights, Hiking and safety tips, including advice on what to carry in your pack, Essays on the nature and history of the region. Book jacket.
Download or read book AMC s Best Day Hikes in the White Mountains written by Robert Buchsbaum and published by Appalachian Mountain Club. This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore fifty of the most scenic trails of New Hampshires White Mountains Z99 this new hiking guide from the experts at the Appalachian Mountain Club
Download or read book Popular Day Hikes 4 written by Theo Dombrowski and published by Rocky Mountain Books Ltd. This book was released on 2014 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Popular Day Hikes is a series of books written for visitors and locals looking to hike scenic trails from well-established staging areas. These factual, attractive guides feature detailed maps and colour photographs to whet the appetite. Famed worldwide for its natural beauty, Vancouver Island is blessed with towering mountains, thundering waterfalls and rich forests. Many of the most beautiful parts of the island, however, can be enjoyed only by those who explore its wilderness trails. This unique and colourful guidebook sorts through all of various possibilities and selects for the reader the very best day hikes. Ranging from 6 km to 25 km and from easy to challenging, these hikes are all accessible from generally reliable roads. In addition, each hike is accompanied by a clear, colourful map, step by step directions and full-colour photographs. Dotted around central and southern Vancouver Island, these hikes are varied in the opportunities they give for multi-season adventures. While some lead to spectacular peaks and alpine meadows accessible only during the summer, many others take the hiker along low ridges or past rivers and lakes accessible throughout most of the year.
Download or read book AMC s Best Day Hikes Along the Maine Coast written by Carey Kish and published by Appalachian Mountain Club. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the full length of the rugged coast of Maine in 50 hikes, enjoying classic views, historical lighthouses, and abundant natural beauty. Whether you're a local resident or just visiting, this book is a must-have resource for daylong adventures along the coast of the Pine Tree State.
Download or read book AMC s Best Day Hikes Near Boston written by Michael Tougias and published by Appalachian Mountain Club. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore fifty scenic trails all Z99in an hour of Boston Z99 this new hiking guide from the experts at the Appalachian Mountain Club
Download or read book Hiking Southern Oregon written by Art Bernstein and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-08-05 with total page 487 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With over 90 hikes in the Southern Cascades and Siskiyou Mountain Range, this book is easily the most comprehensive guide available for Southern Oregon's diverse hiking opportunities. Explore the Mount Thielsen, Sky Lakes, Mountain Lakes, Red Buttes, and Wild Rogue Wilderness Areas, and much more. This guide also covers all trails in Crater Lake National Park. Complete with maps, elevation profiles, and clear, informative hike narratives, this book is bound to be the standard against which all other guides for the area are judged.
Download or read book America s Best Day Hikes Spectacular Single Day Hikes Across the States written by Derek Dellinger and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 50 of the greatest hikes in the country, for all abilities and in all landscapes Beautifully illustrated, this best-of compendium features the most memorable one-day hikes in every region of the United States from Sierra Buttes Lookout in Tahoe National Forest to Grinnell Glacier Trail in Montana's Glacier National Park to Giant Mountain in Adirondack Park and beyond. Organized by region, this guide goes into detail about what makes each hike so remarkable and why it might be worth a detour or even a special journey for someone looking to broaden their horizons. All of the hikes are doable during daylight hours and none require camping. America’s Best Day Hikes comes with all the information anyone would need to experience these unique locations, including details about the hike itself—difficulty, duration, seasonal hazards, and more.—as well as traveling, planning, and packing suggestions. All this paired with Derek Dellinger’s stunning photography makes this incredible volume a must-have for any lover of the outdoors.
Download or read book Hiking Missouri written by Kevin M. Lohraff and published by Human Kinetics Publishers. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Naturalist Kevin Lohraff offers detailed descriptions of more than 100 trails throughout Missouri. Featured are easy-to-read park and trail maps, a look at the natural history of the hiking areas, and practical information, such as park contacts and phone numbers. Photos.
Download or read book AMC s Best Day Hikes in Central Massachusetts written by John S. Burk and published by Appalachian Mountain Club. This book was released on 2024-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: West of Boston and east of the Berkshires, central Massachusetts is sometimes overlooked, but when you visit, you'll find beautiful and exciting hikes regardless of your experience and ability level. AMC's Best Day Hikes in Central Massachusetts features 50 of these hikes, ranging from historic Mohawk and Keystone Arches trails, Mount Grace State Forest, and beloved mountains such as Tully, Holyoke, and Tom. An at-a-glance trip planner highlights the best hikes near public transportation, as well as those that are universally accessible, good for for kids, for dogs, for winter sports, and more. With GPS coordinates for all trailheads, turn-by-turn directions, and information on time, distance, and difficulty for each hike, as well as enriching essays about the area's natural and social history, this brand-new edition is the quintessential guide to exploring the trails of this verdant, scenic, and rugged region.
Download or read book AMC s Best Day Hikes in the Berkshires written by Rene Laubach and published by Appalachian Mountain Club. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover 50 of the most impressive trails in the Berkshires, home of the Appalachian Trail in Massachusetts. Ideal for families, nature lovers, and hiking enthusiasts, this fully revised and updated guide will lead you through the region's scenic natural areas, past historic landmarks, and up to some of the state's best vistas. The hikes stretch from Mount Greylock south to Bash Bish Falls and include ten entirely new routes. Each description includes a map and a summary of the trip time, distance, and difficulty. Author, birder, and wildlife biologist René Laubach also recommends the best trails for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, and regularly notes the area's plentiful flora and fauna. Whether you're a resident or a visitor looking for a short walk or a daylong adventure, this is your essential four-season reference for the Berkshires.
Download or read book The Wicklow Way written by Jacquetta Megarry and published by Rucksack Readers. This book was released on 2010-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Wicklow Way is Ireland's first and most popular waymarked long-distance walk, running the 82 miles between Dublin and Clonegal, with varied and scenic walking on the flanks of the Wicklow mountains. The guide provides route maps, detailed directions and background information.
Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks written by Erik Molvar and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013-06-04 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks features concise descriptions and easy-to-folow maps for twenty-eight short hikes through some of the most spectacular scenery in this natural wonderland. Look inside for:* Half-hour strolls to full-day adventures* Hikes for everyone, including families* Hikes ranked from easiest to most challenging* GPS coordinates for all trailheads
Download or read book Hiking Illinois written by Susan L. Post and published by Human Kinetics Publishers. This book was released on 2009 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated edition of Hiking Illinois provides you with essential information on hiking regulations, facts for the state's scenic parks, easy-to-read maps for every trail, and much more! No matter what part of the Land of Lincoln you want to explore, or how easy or challenging a trek you want, Hiking Illinois will lead you to the right trail.
Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes the Four Corners written by Tanner JD and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-11-01 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes the Four Corners offers day hikes and is encouraged for visitors, locals looking for fun challenges, and families wanting to hike together. Every hike includes prominent landmarks, GPS coordinates and waypoints, detailed hike descriptions and maps, and easy-to-find trailhead directions, along with excellent full-color photos portraying the amazing scenery that makes up the Four Corners. This guide includes everything from serene high plains desert hikes in New Mexico and Arizona to trails that take hikers back through time as they reach the ancient ruins in the Utah canyons. Look inside to find: • Mile-by-mile directional cues • Difficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees/permits, and best hiking seasons • Invaluable trip-planning information, including local lodging and campgrounds
