Hiking Virginia

Author : Bill Burnham,Mary Burnham
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018-07-30
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493031276

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Hiking Virginia by Bill Burnham,Mary Burnham Pdf

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.

Author : Erin Gifford
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2022-04-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493060023

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Hiking with Kids Virginia by Erin Gifford Pdf

DREAM IT Hiking with Kids Virginia: 52 Great Hikes for Families features concise descriptions and detailed maps for 50+ easy-to-follow hikes in Virginia that allow families to spend time together in nature. PLAN IT Hiking with Kids Virginia: 52 Great Hikes for Families provides tips, advice and information needed to plan a winning day hike: • Diverse and engaging kid-friendly hikes all across the state • Full-color photos and maps, detailed trail descriptions, and trailhead GPS • Time-saving hike overviews and details on distance, difficulty, terrain and fun facts DO IT Virginia is home to tumbling falls, scenic vistas, geological wonders, tidal marshes and majestic mountains, and this guide describes many family-friendly hikes across the state that allow children to fall in love with the outdoors. • Find hikes that engage children with water features, rock scrambles and native wildlife • Experience diverse terrain that challenges, rewards, and leaves children wanting more • Take it all in, whether savoring a colorful sunset or splashing in a swimming hole

Author : Allen De Hart
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0807854719

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The Trails of Virginia by Allen De Hart Pdf

In this new edition of the most comprehensive guide to the trails of Virginia, Allen de Hart gives directions to and descriptions of more than 1,400 trails, noting nearby points of interest, botanical and zoological features, and characteristics of the region's terrain. From the mountains to the coast, he covers all national, state, county, and city recreational areas with hiking or interpretive trails accessible to the public. Maps and photographs supplement the descriptions. The third edition has been completely revised and updated to reflect the addition of hundreds of miles to the state's trail systems, showing which trails are best suited for foot traffic, bicycles, and horses, and which trails are handicapped-accessible. The book also includes information on how to prepare for hikes, more comprehensive introductions to parks and scenic areas, and sections on Native American and pioneer trails. This is an indispensable guide for hikers, walkers, birders, anglers, and anyone interested in exploring the Old Dominion's wealth of natural areas. *More than 1,400 trails, including all national, state, and local recreational areas *Virginia's best trail guide--now with 400 additional trails *Includes hundreds of miles of newly developed trails In this new edition of the most comprehensive guide to the trails of Virginia, Allen de Hart gives directions to and descriptions of more than 1,400 trails, noting nearby points of interest, botanical and zoological features, and characteristics of the region's terrain. From the mountains to the coast, he covers all national, state, county, and city recreational areas, including hundreds of miles that are new to the state's trail systems. *Shows trails best suited for wheelchairs, foot traffic, bicycles, and horses *Highlights trails with exceptional scenery, including details on local flora and fauna *An indispensable reference for walkers, hikers, birders, anglers, and anyone who enjoys the outdoors

Author : Bill Burnham,Mary Burnham
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2024-09-17
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493075669

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Hiking Virginia by Bill Burnham,Mary Burnham Pdf

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.

Author : Allen De Hart
Publisher : Random House (NY)
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : UVA:X006082828

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Hiking the Old Dominion by Allen De Hart Pdf

Author : Andy Thompson
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2022-07-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493063598

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Hiking Waterfalls Virginia by Andy Thompson Pdf

Fully revised and updated, Hiking Waterfalls Virginia includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for approximately 50 of the most scenic waterfall hikes in the state. Hike descriptions also include history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates. Hiking Waterfalls Virginia will take you through state and national parks, forests, monuments and wilderness areas, and from popular city parks to the most remote and secluded corners of the area to view the most spectacular waterfalls.

Author : Johnny Molloy
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2014-05-06
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493010486

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Hiking through History Virginia by Johnny Molloy Pdf

Imagine hiking along a wooded trail in Virginia and stumbling upon the stone foundation of a crumbled building, the wooden slats of the walls caved in, the ironwork of the hinges still dangling on the burned out door. This discovery piques your interest—what is this? What’s its significance? How can you find out? Enter Hiking through History Virginia: Exploring the Old Dominion’s Past by Trail. The hiking guidebook, which profiles forty hikes (all trails, of varying degrees of difficulty), goes beyond simply stating miles and directions and GPS coordinates for each hike to include rich descriptions of the history underfoot. From Civil War Battlefields like the Petersburg National Battlefield to early settlement sites like Henricus from the 1600s, this book is the perfect companion for any hiker with an interest in history. Make no mistake—this is a hiking book first and foremost, complete with rich photos and detailed maps, but with added extras and sidebars detailing enough historical information to satisfy every curiosity along the way.

Author : Erin Gifford
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2022-08-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493064212

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Hiking Coastal Trails of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia by Erin Gifford Pdf

From strolling the gentle dunes of Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware to hunting for fossils at Calvert Cliffs in Maryland to curiously ogling the knobby knees of the bald cypress trees in the freshwater swamps at First Landing State Park in Virginia, there's a lot to love about the easy-going coastal trails in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. This book covers 50 hikes in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia with hike sections divided by state. Readers will meet wild ponies on the Island Nature Trail in Chincoteague, Virginia and hike to the 35-foot-tall Turkey Point Lighthouse that dates back to 1833 at Elk Neck State Park in Maryland for inspiring views across the Chesapeake Bay from atop a 100-foot-bluff. Hikes will highlight birding and wildlife viewing hotspots, local history and heritage, and bucket-list outdoor gems.

Author : Johnny Molloy
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2010-03-02
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780762762194

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Best Easy Day Hikes Richmond, Virginia by Johnny Molloy Pdf

Best Easy Day Hikes Richmond, Virginia includes concise descriptions of the best short hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes. The 20 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and guaranteed to please.

Author : Leonard M. Adkins
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013-06-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581577396

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Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in West Virginia: Walks, Hikes, and Backpacks from the Allegheny Mountains to the Ohio River (Second Edition) by Leonard M. Adkins Pdf

Lace up your boots, grab this guide, and explore the great outdoors! WV native Leonard Adkins covers 400 miles of trails in this newly revised edition, taking you to Allegheny Mountain summits and back down to the banks of the Ohio River.Explore windswept plains and the hill country’s hidden valleys, amble by rushing streams or crashing waterfalls, and discover many historic sites and Civil War battlefields along the way.

Author : Russ Manning
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2000-03-31
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781594852893

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75 Hikes in Virginia Shenandoah National Park, 2nd Edition by Russ Manning Pdf

* 75 trails and 70 scenic overlooks in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park * Guidebook includes maps and hiking descriptions Shenandoah National Park lies along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains of northeast Virginia, encompassing 196,000 acres, including 80,000 acres of federally designated wilderness. The trails in this thorough guidebook will take hikers along the peaks of the Blue Ridge, past waterfalls, and down into lush canyons. In addition to the detailed trail descriptions, you'll find information about park history, plants and animals, geology, and human history, plus some highlights of the 105-mile Skyline Drive.

Author : Karin Wuertz-Schaefer
Publisher : Falcon Press Publishing
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0762702265

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Hiking Virginia's National Forests by Karin Wuertz-Schaefer Pdf

Covering sweeping vistas, splendid peaks, beaver ponds and cathedral-like virgin forests, the 75 outstanding trails in this guide are perfect for camping, hiking, backpacking and camping in George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. New photos and an update of all pertinent information and changes make this the most up-to-date guide to hiking in Virginia's National Forests.

Author : Randy Johnson
Publisher : Falcon Guides
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : UVA:X004105151

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Hiking Virginia by Randy Johnson Pdf

Descriptions of 52 hikes from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Atlantic coast.

Author : Leonard M. Adkins
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 389 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781469646985

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Hiking and Traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway, Revised and Expanded Edition by Leonard M. Adkins Pdf

This comprehensive guidebook provides a detailed description of every official National Park Service trail along the Blue Ridge Parkway. But that's just the beginning: veteran hiker Leonard M. Adkins includes information on every trail that touches the parkway, including the Appalachian Trail and other public pathways on national park, state park, national forest, municipal, and private lands, along with citations for the Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Far more than a guide to the trails, this book will help you plan your whole trip. It's the perfect companion for your next parkway adventure. Includes: - every public trail along the parkway - GPS coordinates and 72 maps - 255 total trails, including 12 new trails since the last edition - trail length and difficulty - points of interest - wheelchair accessibility - a short history of the parkway and region - campgrounds and lodges - public restroom locations - elevation change charts for cyclists - tunnel heights for RVs - wildflower bloom calendar - selected sightseeing information on nearby towns

Author : John Kratz
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2022-06-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493061082

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Hiking Waterfalls Montana by John Kratz Pdf

Fully revised and updated, Hiking Waterfalls Montana, Second Edition includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for 100 of the state’s most scenic waterfall hikes. Encompassing state and national parks, forests, monuments and wilderness areas, this guide includes history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates, leading hikers to remote corners to view spectacular waterfalls.