50 Hikes In Connecticut 6th Edition Explorer S 50 Hikes

Author : Mary Anne Hardy
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-05
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781682682562

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50 Hikes in Connecticut (6th Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by Mary Anne Hardy Pdf

Hikes and walks throughout the Nutmeg State Leave the dense cities and tourist destinations of New England behind to explore the woods and hills of this beautiful state. Connecticut boasts a diversity of parks, sanctuaries, hills, woodlands, and wetlands, with hidden gems to satisfy hikers and explorers of all ilks. This sixth edition has been fully revised and updated to be the most comprehensive and thorough guide to Connecticut’s trails. The hikes range in length from 1 to 13 miles, and an overview chart makes it easy to choose a hike at a glance. Each chapter includes a detailed, easy- to- read map, information on mileage and rise, a clear trail description, and a wealth of information on natural and human history you’ll encounter along the way. Hikes include: • Sleeping Giant State Park • Bear Mountain • Wadsworth Falls • Windsor Locks Canal • Green Fall Pond

Author : Daniel Doan,Ruth Doan Macdougall
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2013-06-04
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781581571554

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Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in the White Mountains by Daniel Doan,Ruth Doan Macdougall Pdf

Lace up your boots, grab this guide, and explore the great outdoors! The original 50 Hikes guide is new again, covering northern New England’s most legendary range, the crown jewel of Northeast hiking. The splendor of the White Mountains will inspire you Notch, Crawford Notch, and Pinkham Notch regions, as well as picturesque hikes off the Kancamagus Highway and to the peaks of the Presidential Range. Writer Daniel Doan hiked the White Mountains for nearly 70 years and wrote two hiking guides to NH’s trails, among many other books. A recipient of the New Hampshire Writers’ Project Lifetime Achievement Award, he died in 1993. His daughter, Ruth Doan MacDougall, has updated his hiking guides ever since. A novelist, she has also received the NHWP Lifetime Achievement Award.

Author : Bill Ingersoll
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 461 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2019-05-21
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781682683040

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50 Hikes in the Adirondack Mountains (1st Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by Bill Ingersoll Pdf

A go-to companion for a beautiful, scenic traverse through the Adirondacks The beautiful views, rugged peaks, lush forests, and rushing waterfalls spanning the 6 million acres of the Adirondack Park are every hikers dream. 50 Hikes in the Adirondack Mountains provides hikers of all experience levels and ability with carefully outlined, detailed tips and suggestions for 50 different hikes in the region. The hikes range in length, difficulty, and type, and feature various highlights, such as mysterious caves, uninhabited lakes, fire towers offering breathtaking views, and marshy, dense wetlands. Within the section dedicated to each hike, tips and tricks for getting to the trail, places to rest along the way, and areas to stop for incomparable views are all noted. With 50 Hikes in the Adirondack Mountains, readers won’t miss a thing on their next trek through the mountain trails.

Author : Karin Klein
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016-02-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781581575699

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50 Hikes in Orange County (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by Karin Klein Pdf

Hikes and walks in the wilds of Southern California, featuring five new hikes Covering the most interesting hiking trails in Orange County, each hike in this guide provides detailed directions and maps and offers a unique perspective on its environs—whether hot springs, earthquake faults, or vibrant wildflower displays—giving as close an experience as possible to hiking with a live guide. Several area hikes are available only in this book, making it a must-have for your California sojourn.

Author : Marty Basch
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 437 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2014-06-02
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581577037

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Explorer's Guide 50 Best Hikes in New England: Day Hikes from the Forested Lowlands to the White Mountains, Green Mountains, and more by Marty Basch Pdf

No matter where you are in the great Northeast, there are bound to be excellent walking trails. No matter where you are in the great Northeast, there are bound to be excellent walking trails. This collection of 50 of New England’s can’t-miss hikes takes you from the relatively flat lands and easy rambles of Rhode Island to prime hiking real estate in Connecticut; from challenging terrain in the Pioneer Valley and Berkshires of Massachusetts to breathtaking seaside treks in Maine’s Acadia National Park. Find great hikes to the heights of New Hampshire's White Mountains and over to the verdant Green Mountains of Vermont—all the best hikes in New England are no more than a few hours from each other, so you'll want to keep this guide close at hand.

Author : New York-New Jersey Trail Conference,Daniel Chazin
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-06-11
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781682683026

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50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley (4th Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by New York-New Jersey Trail Conference,Daniel Chazin Pdf

Breathtaking, mountainous getaways just a quick trip out of NYC Only a short distance outside of the bustling metropolis that is the Big Apple, the lower Hudson Valley offers views of rolling green hills, jagged cliffs, and bubbling bodies of water, while hikers can also observe the Manhattan skyline off in the distance. With hikes of all types and difficulties from lower Westchester County to the Shawangunks, 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley has something for hikers of every experience level. Each hike provides a difficulty rating, approximate walking time, distance, vertical rise, maps, and trailhead GPS coordinates outlined at the beginning of the chapter, and provides tips and suggestions for getting to the trail, resting, and observing views throughout the hike. Whether the reader is heading to the nature center and wildflower sanctuary at Teatown Lake Reservation, trekking through dense woods and observing interesting boulders on the Breakneck Mountain Loop, or taking in the spectacular views of mighty Storm King, 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley is the ideal guide.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Connecticut
ISBN : OCLC:460104281

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50 Hikes in Connecticut by Anonim Pdf

Author : Karin Klein
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2010-10-04
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581578591

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Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in Orange County (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by Karin Klein Pdf

A hike for every interest and ability! This brand-new entry in the popular Explorer's 50 Hikes series covers the most interesting hiking trails in Orange County, California, providing diverse hikes in a variety of wilderness environments: from a short walk along a concrete channel to see endangered green sea turtles to more challenging hikes to find tide pools, waterfalls, and the treasures of the county’s private nature preserves. Each hike provides detailed directions and maps and offers a unique perspective on its environs—whether hot springs, earthquake faults, or vibrant wildflower displays—giving as close an experience as possible to hiking with a live guide. Several area hikes are available only in this book, making it a must-have for your California sojourn.

Author : Wendy Gorton
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2021-08-31
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781643260952

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50 Hikes with Kids New England by Wendy Gorton Pdf

Spark a love of nature! Handcrafted for caregivers that want to spark a love of nature, 50 Hikes with Kids: New England highlights the most kid-friendly hikes in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. These hikes are perfect for little legs—they are all under five miles and have an elevation gain of 900 feet of less. Every entry includes the essential details: easy-to-read, trustworthy directions; a detailed map; hike length and elevation gain; bathroom access; and where to grab a bite to eat nearby. Full-color photographs and scavenger hunts highlight the fun things to see along the trail.

Author : David Hardy,Gerry Hardy,Sue Hardy
Publisher : Countryman Press
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0881504963

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50 Hikes in Connecticut by David Hardy,Gerry Hardy,Sue Hardy Pdf

A fully revised edition of the classic hiking guide to Connecticut.

Author : Derek Dellinger
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2018-04-17
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781682680971

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50 Hikes in the Upper Hudson Valley (First Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by Derek Dellinger Pdf

Explore the hiker's paradise of the Northeast Few regions of America offer a landscape as beautiful, varied, and easily accessible as the Hudson Valley. From the stunning fjords of the Hudson Highlands, one can see both the Manhattan skyline and the distant looming Catskills. The challenging rock scramble up Breakneck Ridge is one of the most popular hikes in all the Northeast, but nearby, a quiet ridge-walk to Bald Mountain offers solitude and equally stunning views. In the Shawangunk Ridge, called on the Earth's "Last Great Places" by the Nature Conservancy, world-class hiking and climbing routes follow shining white conglomerate cliffs around the ridge's endless views. In this beautiful, full-color first edition, you'll discover expert tips from an experienced author, clear and concise directions, and fascinating context about the surroundings to enrich your hiking experience. History buffs will find endless fascination in the myriad ruins and cultural landmarks that dot the Hudson Valley's woods. From walks to rock scrambles, caves, gazebos, and majestic waterfalls, the Hudson Valley offers endless exploration.

Author : Derek Dellinger,Matthew Cathcart
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-13
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781682680414

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50 Hikes in the Catskills (First Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by Derek Dellinger,Matthew Cathcart Pdf

The essential guide to hiking the majestic Catskill Mountains With soaring mountain tops and wide-ranging trails, the Catskills offer a truly special hiking experience to travelers of all kinds. Catskill veterans Derek Dellinger and Matthew Cathcart explore trails for every level of hiker, from the gentle but breathtaking slog up Slide Mountain, the tallest in the region, to the more challenging Cornell Mountain, a favorite of those more experienced. No matter your hiking goals, this guide will help you find the perfect trail for you among the Catskills’ 700,000 acres of natural treasure. In this beautiful first edition of 50 Hikes in the Catskills, as with all the books in the 50 Hikes series, you’ll find clear and concise directions, easy-to-follow maps, and expert tips for enjoying every moment of your hike—whether you’re looking for sublime mountaintop views, peaceful walks through nature, or your next great challenge—all in a gorgeous, full-color design.

Author : New York-New Jersey Trail Conference
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2014-04-28
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581577082

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Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley: Hikes and Walks from Westchester County to Albany County (Third Edition) by New York-New Jersey Trail Conference Pdf

This completely-revised guide to hiking the Hudson River Valley reveals 50 walks and hikes from Westchester County to Albany County. Still the bestselling hiking guide to the region, this new edition features hikes that offer some of the most breathtaking views in the Hudson Valley—vistas that inspired the Hudson River School of painting and are today no less wild and pristine. Most hikes are within 2 hours of New York City.

Author : Stella Green,H. Neil Zimmerman
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2008-05-05
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581577501

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Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley: Hikes and Walks from Westchester County to Albany (Second Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by Stella Green,H. Neil Zimmerman Pdf

Completely revised and updated throughout, with 10 new hikes. This bestselling hiking guide reveals 50 hikes and walks from the East Hudson Highlands to Rockland County and Harriman Park, to the West Hudson Hills, to the Catskills, the Shawangunks, and more. Green and Zimmerman are expert guides to this region rich in history, culture, and lore. The outings range from short walks to hikes of 14 miles in length, and most are within a two-hour drive of New York City. An at-a-glance chart makes choosing a hike simple, and each hike features a detailed topographic map, driving directions, mileage and elevation rise, and a comprehensive trail description—with fascinating commentary on the human and natural history you'll encounter along the way.

Author : Johnny Molloy
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-12
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781682683958

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50 Hikes on Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau (second) (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by Johnny Molloy Pdf

Walks, hikes, and backpacking trips from the Tennessee River Gorge to the Big South Fork Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau, a wide tableland cut with a dizzying array of deep gorges, is a geological wonderland. It is a place to behold and savor. This updated second edition covers hikes from the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area near Kentucky to the fascinating Walls of Jericho astride the Alabama state line; from the thousand-foot gorge cut by the mighty Tennessee River down Chattanooga way to the watery beauty of Virgin Falls by Sparta. Specific emphasis is placed on the most scenic destinations and the unique places that make the plateau so special, places like the Great Stone Door, with its sandstone formations and vertical rock walls, and Cumberland Mountain State Park, with its ancient trees and evidence of ancient human history. Also included are comprehensive maps for each hike, scenic photos, and a hikes-at-a-glance table that makes choosing your desired hike a breeze.