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Book Synopsis Hiking the Carolina Mountains by : Danny Bernstein
Download or read book Hiking the Carolina Mountains written by Danny Bernstein and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The mountains of western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina are a hikers paradise--rich with human history and home to some of the greatest biological diversity in the world. This guide includes 57 day hikes ranging in length from 2 to 13 miles, with destinations including the waterfalls of DuPont State forest; the Blue Ridge Parkway's beautiful Craggy Gardens; the ruins of George Vanderbilt's palatial Buck Spring hunting lodge on Mt. Pisgah; the summit of Cold Mountain, and more. Each entry covers everything you need to know to enjoy your hike: maps and detailed directions, mileage, elevation gain, trail highlights, fees and hiking regulations, films and novels set in each location, and more.
Book Synopsis Great Day Hikes on North Carolina's Mountains-to-Sea Trail by : Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail
Download or read book Great Day Hikes on North Carolina's Mountains-to-Sea Trail written by Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2020-02-18 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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
Book Synopsis Hiking North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains by : Danny Bernstein
Download or read book Hiking North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains written by Danny Bernstein and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis The Mountains-to-sea Trail Across North Carolina by : Danny Bernstein
Download or read book The Mountains-to-sea Trail Across North Carolina written by Danny Bernstein and published by Natural History. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mountains-to-Sea Trail shows off the most spectacular, historic and quirky elements of the North Carolina landscape. Stretching one thousand miles from Clingmans Dome in the Smokies to Jockey's Ridge State Park in the Outer Banks, the route takes in Fraser fir trees and pelicans, old grist and textile mills, working cotton and tobacco farms, Revolutionary War sites and two British cemeteries complete with Union Jacks. The trail is half on footpaths and half on back roads, offering experiences not only in nature but also in small towns, at historic monuments, in family cemeteries and in local shops. Author Danny Bernstein has taken it all in and shares her knowledge for those who might follow in her footsteps.
Book Synopsis Hiking North Carolina by : Randy Johnson
Download or read book Hiking North Carolina written by Randy Johnson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-01-15 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis 100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina by : Joe Miller
Download or read book 100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina written by Joe Miller and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: North Carolina's classic hikes are described in this guidebook to the state's best trails
Book Synopsis Hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway by : Randy Johnson
Download or read book Hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway written by Randy Johnson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010-03-23 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: State Hiking Series Each guide includes: - Hikes suited to every ability - Accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trails - Up-to-date trail descriptions with mile-by-mile directional cues - Detailed trail maps and GPS coordinates - Difficulty ratings, average hiking times, and best hiking seasons for each hike - Trail Finder for best hikes with dogs, children, great views, or wildlife viewing - Information on fees and permits, contacts, events and attractions, restaurants and accommodations, canine compatibility, and more - Zero-impact and wilderness safety tips and techniques *** The year 2010 is the 75th anniversary of the Blue Ridge Parkway, and this new edition of Hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway is an indispensable resource for anyone who uses the Parkway—America's most heavily visited unit of the National Park system—as a portal to the Southern Appalachian experience. Including the best trails in the national forests, state parks, and private preserves that line the 469-mile scenic road, this is a single-volume solution for the serious explorer, whether on foot or in a car.
Book Synopsis Hiking and Traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway, Revised and Expanded Edition by : Leonard M. Adkins
Download or read book Hiking and Traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway, Revised and Expanded Edition written by Leonard M. Adkins and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2018-08-03 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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
Book Synopsis North Carolina's Best Wildflower Hikes by :
Download or read book North Carolina's Best Wildflower Hikes written by and published by Big Earth Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acclaimed author, photographer, and North Carolina native Kevin Adams is your guide on this delightful series of colorful hikes through the Tar Heel State's high country. With lively text, beautiful photography, detailed maps, and informative wildflower profiles, this guidebook is sure to enhance and expand your appreciation of North Carolina's Appalachian landscape.
Book Synopsis 50 Hikes in the Carolina Mountains by : Johnny Molloy
Download or read book 50 Hikes in the Carolina Mountains written by Johnny Molloy and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2021-04-20 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in the Mountains of North Carolina (Third Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes) by : Robert L. Williams
Download or read book Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in the Mountains of North Carolina (Third Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes) written by Robert L. Williams and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2012-06-04 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Backpacking Overnights by : Jim Parham
Download or read book Backpacking Overnights written by Jim Parham and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "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.
Book Synopsis Hiking North Carolina's Lookout Towers by : Peter J. Barr
Download or read book Hiking North Carolina's Lookout Towers written by Peter J. Barr and published by Blair. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: North Carolina's fire lookout towers once stood watch over the mountain forests. Today, they risk becoming forgotten monuments to the value of our wild lands. Hiking North Carolina's Lookout Towers restores glory to these historic forest sentinels. It proves the lookouts to be scenic treasures accessible to anyone who enjoys a vigorous walk in the outdoors and the view from the top of a mountain. Including among the 26 towers covered in the book are Shuckstack Lookout, a steel tower in Great Smoky Mountains National Park overlooking Fontana Dam and Fontana Lake Wayah Bald Lookout, a stone structure built by the CCC that has been converted into an observation tower offering breathtaking views of Nantahala National Forest Mount Mitchell Lookout, a new observation tower that has followed several previous lookouts atop the highest peak in the eastern United States Mount Cammerer Lookout, a historic tower once in disrepair that now represents a landmark effort in lookout restoration Green Knob Lookout, a former live-in tower that offers stunning views of Pisgah National Forest and the Black Mountains The tower chapters contain detailed hiking routes of varying difficulty, historical information, descriptions of the views, photos, and maps. Information on lookout tower organizations, towers with restricted access, removed towers, and lookouts just outside the state is also included. Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts alike will find North Carolina's lookout towers to be the perfect hiking destinations. Book jacket.
Book Synopsis North Carolina Hiking Trails by : Allen De Hart
Download or read book North Carolina Hiking Trails written by Allen De Hart and published by Appalachian Mountain Club. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eileen Ramsay was at the centre of a unique period in yachting history, and this wonderful book, featuring her classic photography, celebrates an extraordinary woman and her extraordinary subjects.Eileen's heyday was between 1957 and 1970 - a time when eccentrics ruled, records were there for the setting, and women weren't often to be found behind the lens. But Eileen established herself as one of the greatest yachting photographers of her time, taking famous portraits of such sailing icons as Sir Francis Chichester, Eric Tabarly, Olympians like Rodney Pattisson and Keith Musto, and historic pictures from the first OSTAR (Observer Single-handed Trans-Atlantic Race). She was the only photographer Sir Francis Chichester allowed on his Gypsy Moth yachts, and managed to photograph the notorious charmers Uffa Fox and Max Aitken.Her unique archive records the explosive growth in dinghy and offshore sailing during the post-war years, and includes pictures of the first Enterprises, Mirrors, Ospreys, Optimists and the first America's Cup 12 metres Sceptre and Evaine.This beautiful book features:- the post-war explosion in dinghy sailing- the growth of offshore racing- the pioneering days of the OSTAR race and solo circumnavigations- the 12 metre class and the America's Cup- post-war powerboat racing- iconic cruising yachtsmen as well as sailing eccentricsThere are also wonderful personal tributes to Eileen throughout by sailing personalities such as Vernon Stratton, Keith Musto and Uffa Fox.
Book Synopsis 50 Hikes in the Mountains of North Carolina by : Robert Leonard Williams
Download or read book 50 Hikes in the Mountains of North Carolina written by Robert Leonard Williams and published by Countryman Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revised edition of one of Countryman's bestselling hiking guides, featuring several new trails and new and improved maps.
Book Synopsis North Carolina Waterfalls by : Kevin Adams
Download or read book North Carolina Waterfalls written by Kevin Adams and published by Blair. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to over 200 waterfalls. Over 80 black-and-white and color photographs are included.
Book Synopsis Carolina Mountain Club by : Danny Bernstein
Download or read book Carolina Mountain Club written by Danny Bernstein and published by . This book was released on 2023-04-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Carolina Mountain Club, the oldest hiking and trail maintaining club in the South, celebrates one hundred years. Through the voices of its passionate members, we discover the story of hiking, trail maintenance, and land protection in Western North Carolina. In the 1920s and 1930s, the club built much of the Appalachian Trail in the South. Later it established the Art Loeb Trail through Pisgah National Forest. CMC created the Mountains-to-Sea Trail in the Carolina mountains, protected Max Patch from development, spoke out against building the North Shore Road through the most pristine section of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and is involved in the Pisgah-Nantahala Forest plan. Danny Bernstein is a hiker, hike leader, and outdoor writer. An A.T. 2000-miler and enthusiastic CMC member, she leads hikes in the Carolina mountains and writes about the outdoors from her home in Asheville, North Carolina.
