Featuring 20 short and accessible hikes, this guide provides detailed maps and concise descriptions for exploring Richmond, Virginia's natural beauty. Each route is designed to be easy to follow, making it perfect for both novice and experienced hikers seeking enjoyable outdoor experiences.
A Guide to 50 of the State's Greatest Hiking Adventures
Explore the diverse landscapes of Mississippi through fifty carefully selected hiking trails, showcasing the state's natural beauty from the northern lake country to the southern Coastal Plain. This guide highlights scenic spots in six national forests and state parks, including Bear Creek and Clark Creek Natural Area. Each trail features detailed descriptions, GPS coordinates, difficulty ratings, and information on permits and local attractions, catering to hikers of all abilities. Experience the adventure with expert insights and practical tips for a successful outing.
Featuring 40 family-friendly hikes within an hour's drive of Asheville, North Carolina, this guidebook is ideal for families and novice hikers. It includes colorful descriptions, easy to moderate trails, and essential information such as at-a-glance specifications and GPS coordinates for each trailhead, making it a comprehensive resource for outdoor adventures in the region.
Paddling South Carolina features 40 paddling adventures, offering destinations across the state. With a focus on recreational paddling, all trips avoid complicated put-ins, portages, and dangerous expert sections but offers concise paddle summaries, excellent route descriptions, GPS coordinates, and sidebars on geology and wildlife. Lakes, rivers, and other bodies of water are featured.
This guide to 60 of the best hikes in the Nashville area leads you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings.
50 Must-Do Hikes for Everyone
The book showcases the breathtaking natural beauty and diverse ecosystems of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, highlighting a variety of hiking experiences suitable for all levels. Author Johnny Molloy, with extensive personal experience in the park, guides readers through 50 essential trails, including family-friendly walks and challenging multi-day hikes. Each trail offers unique landscapes, from serene streams to panoramic vistas, ensuring that adventurers can fully appreciate the park's rich offerings along the North Carolina-Tennessee border.
A Guide to the Area's Greatest Hiking, Paddling, and Cycling
Exploring the outdoors doesn't require extensive travel, as this guide highlights forty top hiking, paddling, and biking routes near Chattanooga. Ideal for urban and suburban residents, it offers accessible adventures within an hour's drive, along with additional insights on climbing and camping. Perfect for those seeking local outdoor activities, this resource emphasizes the beauty and variety of nature close to home.
Featuring 20 accessible hikes, this guide offers concise descriptions and detailed maps for exploring Jacksonville's scenic routes. Each hike is designed to be short and easy to navigate, ensuring an enjoyable experience for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels. Perfect for those looking to discover the natural beauty of the area without the challenge of strenuous trails.
Focusing on local exploration, this hiking guide highlights the finest trails in the greater Charlotte area, making outdoor adventures accessible for urban and suburban residents. Authored by experienced hikers Jennifer Pharr Davis and Johnny Molloy, it features a variety of terrains, including mountains, creeks, and forests, ensuring readers can enjoy nature without venturing far from home. Perfect for those seeking outdoor activities nearby, it provides a comprehensive resource for discovering the region's natural beauty.
Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Columbus veteran hiker Johnny Molloy offers the absolute best hikes in the greater Columbus area. Each featured trail is perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find outdoor activities close to home. This guide leads you up hills, over creeks, and through forests to the best outdoor adventures around Columbus: -Discover incredible vistas and spectacular rock formations at Conkles Hollow -Explore an aboriginal village site at Battelle Darby Creek Park. -Experience Ohio's natural beauty at the Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve. Every chapter includes up-to-date hike specs, a brief hike description, directional cues, and a detailed map.