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Great Day Hikes on North Carolina's Mountains-to-Sea Trail

Author : Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail

Publisher : UNC Press Books

Page : 227 pages

File Size : 10,78 MB

Release : 2020-02-18

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1469654865

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Book Description

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



Backpacking Overnights

Author : Jim Parham

Publisher : Milestone Press (NC)

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 28,35 MB

Release : 2013

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 9781889596280

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Book Description

"Lists fifty overnight backpacking excursions in the mountains of North Carolina and South Carolina, with maps, hiking and driving directions, and backcountry campsite locations. Destinations include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests, Linville Gorge Wilderness, and more. Includes information on choosing and using backpacking gear; trail etiquette; and selecting a route"--Provided by publisher.



Hiking North Carolina

Author : Randy Johnson

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 393 pages

File Size : 33,34 MB

Release : 2016-01-15

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1493014854

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Book Description

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.



Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in Alabama (Explorer's 50 Hikes)

Author : Johnny Molloy

Publisher : The Countryman Press

Page : 243 pages

File Size : 23,34 MB

Release : 2010-10-04

Category : Travel

ISBN : 158157858X

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Book Description

A hike for every interest and ability! Alabama has so many great hikes to offer, including those in national and state parks and forests and in national wildlife refuges. In this book, the emphasis is on the most scenic destinations and unique places that help make Alabama so beautiful, like the rock formations of the Wall of Jericho, or the dunes of Bon Secour. Many hikes described here are off-the-beaten-path treks to lesser-known sites such as Needles Eye and Blue Spring; they show visitors the state’s wide range of beauty and biodiversity. Others take place at various spots along the Pinhoti Trail, the master path through Alabama’s mountains.



50 Hikes in the Carolina Mountains

Author : Johnny Molloy

Publisher : The Countryman Press

Page : 394 pages

File Size : 18,95 MB

Release : 2021-04-20

Category : Travel

ISBN : 168268587X

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Book Description

A guide to 50 hikes and walks in both the Old North and Palmetto states. In South Carolina, explore from the Chattooga River at the Georgia state line to Jones Gap State Park; and, in North Carolina, journey from the Nantahala National Forest near Robbinsville in the southwest to the wildlands along the Blue Ridge Parkway in the northeast. This guide also includes hikes on the North Carolina side of the Great Smoky Mountains. Some hikes in this book take place on the great Appalachian Trail, the master path of the Appalachians.



Hiking North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains

Author : Danny Bernstein

Publisher : Milestone Press (NC)

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 10,73 MB

Release : 2012

Category : Blue Ridge Mountains

ISBN : 9781889596273

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Book Description

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.



50 Hikes in the Ozarks

Author : Johnny Molloy

Publisher : National Geographic Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 24,7 MB

Release : 2008-03-25

Category : Travel

ISBN : 0881507350

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Book Description

50 of the most scenic and spectacular walks and hikes in the Ozark Mountain range. This guide from prolific hiking author Johnny Molloy features tours of military battlefields, geological walks, and dips into caves, crags, mines, and other enchanting spots throughout the Ozarks and along the Ozark Highlands Trail. Specific emphasis is placed on the most scenic destinations and wild backcountry areas that make the Ozarks unique. The hikes range from 1 to 18 miles, with varying degrees of difficulty to accommodate every age and ability. Each hike is accompanied by a topographic map, hike difficulty, instructions for getting to the trail, and detailed descriptions of the hikes, including trail junctions, stream crossings, and interesting human or natural history you'll find along the way.



Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in the Mountains of North Carolina (Third Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes)

Author : Robert L. Williams

Publisher : The Countryman Press

Page : 240 pages

File Size : 43,58 MB

Release : 2012-06-04

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 0881509752

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Book Description

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.



Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in the Mountains of North Carolina (Third Edition)

Author : Robert L. Williams

Publisher : The Countryman Press

Page : 240 pages

File Size : 21,61 MB

Release : 2012-06-04

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1581577923

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Book Description

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.



Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in South Carolina

Author : Johnny Molloy

Publisher : The Countryman Press

Page : 259 pages

File Size : 48,8 MB

Release : 2007-05-29

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 0881507644

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Book Description

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.