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VIRGINIA - TRAIL BOOKS
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416 pages 10 b/w photos 75 maps Complete descriptions of
170 great day hikes on the AT Easy-to-read topographic maps and elevation
profiles for each hike Plants, wildlife, and historical points to see along the
 way
From the spruce forests of Tennessee and the leafy gorges of Virginia to the
rolling Pennsylvania hills and the rocky heights of New England, the Appalachian
Trail offers 2,200 miles of hiking opportunities. The five books in this series
present accurate, detailed information for 170 day hikes (and a few
overnighters), all recommended by AT experts. Where
to start and finish, water sources and shelters,
early exit options, and what to expect on the trail itself are described.
Specially commissioned easy-to-read-and-use topographic maps and elevation
profiles accompany each recommended hike; mileage data, the best direction to
travel, route difficulty, and sources for additional maps and information are
also included. Each book points out natural and historical features
plants,
trees, animals, landforms, bridges, vistas that make the recommended hikes
special. 45 hikes in Virgina and West Virginia.
From the Blue Ridge Mountains to rolling
forests and farmlands to coastal beaches and islands, Virginia presents a varied
landscape
 with
a multitude of hiking opportunities. Hiking Virginia, formerly The Hiker's Guide
to Virginia, takes you to the highest point in the Old Dominion--Mount
Rogers--and along the beaches of the Assateague National
Seashore, through the historic Richmond area, into Shenandoah National Park, and
to dozens of hiking areas, some well known, others relatively undiscovered. The
guide has been updated and includes phone numbers to call for further
information, with recently changed area codes. The book can be used to plan
leisurely family strolls, urban walks, and overnight backpacking trips. Hiking
Virginia, by travel and outdoor writer Randy Johnson, includes 50 hikes-a
sampler of the state's most scenic and historic paths. The book also contains
detailed maps for each hike, black-and-white photos that give glimpses of the
landscape, and sections of history, geography, and safety. Hiking Virginia is an
essential item for all hikers in the Old Dominion.
A new hiking guide to the enormous variety of terrain to be
found in southern Virginia—coastal plain, tidewater, piedmont, mountains, and
river valleys. Leonard Adkins is your guide to the incredible variety of
 terrain
to be found in southern Virginia, from sea level on the Atlantic Coast to the
highest peak in the western mountains. Here you'll find hikes on sandy beaches,
into dark swamps, beside rushing rivers, through open meadows, to historic sites
and Civil War battlefields, and to alpine zones, mountain crests, and hidden
valleys. Adkins covers the most popular hiking
destinations in the region, but also leads you to little-known, out-of-the-way
trails where crowds are at a minimum. An overview chart provides information on
the trips at a glance and makes it easy to pick a hike. Each hike description
includes a topographic map, information on distance, difficulty, and rise, and a
detailed route description. Adkins also provides information on the human and
natural history you will encounter on the trail, with details and insights into
the lives of the state's plants and animals. 40 black and white photographs • 51
maps • Index
 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.
Rich in human history and wildlife,
Shenandoah National Park is truly one of the jewels of the East. Located in
northern Virginia, Shenandoah is an easy drive from the Washington, D.C., metro
area. Park trails lead to sweeping views, rushing waterfalls, and historic
points. With over 196,000 acres (79,000 of them
 designated
wilderness), Shenandoah offers a wide variety of hikes for all abilities.
Recently updated, Hiking Shenandoah National Park provides detailed descriptions
and maps of 59 of the best hikes in the park. From easy day hikes to strenuous
backpacking trips, this guide will provide you with all the latest information
you will need to plan virtually any type of hiking adventure in the park. Hiking
Shenandoah is divided into sections according to the park's three districts:
North, Central, and South. Each hike description includes the distance, level of
difficulty, elevation information, a trail map, and a detailed narrative of the
hike. This guide also includes overview maps and comprehensive information on
backcountry safety, minimum impact techniques, and the park's human and natural
history. Don't forget to include Hiking Shenandoah on your next adventure in the
park.
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