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Best Hikes Columbus: The Greatest Views, Wildlife, and Forest Strolls
by Johnny MolloyWho 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 HollowExplore 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.
Best Hikes Dallas/Fort Worth: The Greatest Views, Wildlife, and Forest Strolls (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Kathryn HopperWho says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Dallas and Forth Worth author Kathryn Hopper details the best hikes within an hour's drive of the greater Dallas and Fort Worth area perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.
Best Hikes Denver and Boulder: Simple Strolls, Day Hikes, and Longer Adventures
by Sandy HeiseHere are forty of the best hikes within an hour&’s drive of the Denver-Boulder area—from open prairies in the plains and old ranches in the foothills to crystal clear mountain streams and lakes. Whether you&’re in the mood for an easy nature walk, a day-long hike, or an overnighter, this guide offers plenty to choose from:• Devil&’s Backbone Loops• Trails for Dinosaur Lovers• Cheyenne Mountain State Park• Hall Ranch• Eldorado Canyon State Park • Spruce Mountain Loop• Twin Sisters Peak• Ouzel Falls and Lake Each hike features full-color photos; a brief route description; thorough directions to the trailhead and beyond (GPS coordinates included); a detailed, accurate trail map; and at-a-glance information on distance and difficulty level, hiking time, canine compatibility, and fees and permits. Inside you&’ll also find Green Tips and sidebars on local lore, points of interest, tips for hiking in bear country, and the area&’s incredible array of wildlife.
Best Hikes Detroit and Ann Arbor: The Greatest Views, Wildlife, and Forest Strolls (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Matt ForsterWho says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Detroit and Ann Arbor veteran hiker Matt Forster offers the absolute best hikes in the greater Detroit area. Each featured trail is perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find outdoor activities close to home. Every chapter includes up-to-date hike specs, a brief hike description, directional cues, and a detailed map.
Best Hikes Fairbanks: Simple Strolls, Day Hikes, and Longer Adventures
by Hudson LindenbergerBest Hikes Fairbanks details the best hikes near Fairbanks, Alaska. Ranging from easy nature walks to strenuous day hikes, this guide offers something for every hiker—all within easy reach of the city. Each featured hike includes a detailed route description, at-a-glance data including the length and difficulty level, thorough directions to the trailhead, GPS coordinates, directional cues, and a detailed, accurate trail map. Inside you'll find full-color photos, approximate hiking times, canine compatibility, fees and permits required, sidebars on local lore, points of interest, and much more.
Best Hikes Houston: The Greatest Views, Wildlife, and Forest Strolls (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Keith StelterWho says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Houston, author Matt Forster details the best hikes within an hour's drive of the greater Houston area perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.
Best Hikes Las Vegas: The Greatest Views, Wildlife, and Desert Strolls
by Bruce GrubbsWho says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? Best Hikes Las Vegas details the very best trail adventures within an hour's drive of the greater Las Vegas area. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.
Best Hikes Los Angeles: The Greatest Trails in the LA Mountains, Beaches, and Canyons
by Allen Riedel Monique RiedelBest Hikes Los Angeles features concise descriptions and detailed maps for 44easy-to-follow trails in the areathat allow hikers of all levels to enjoy beautiful views, get fit in the outdoors, and learn about the region&’s history. Look inside to find all the latest information to plan a customized trip: Common and lesser-known hikesFull-color photos and maps, detailed trail descriptions, and background informationInsightful hike overviews and details on distance, difficulty, canine compatibility, and moreA combination of scenic geologic features and a variety of terrain means world class hiking trails in and around Los Angeles, and this guide describes many hikes found within the area.Find hikes suited to every abilityExperience the thrill of hiking to alpine peaks, spectacular waterfalls, ocean walks and moreDiscover history, wildlife, and the beauty of nature
Best Hikes Milwaukee: The Greatest Views, Wildlife, and Forest Strolls (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Kevin RevolinskiWho says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? Best Hikes Near Milwaukee features the best hiking within an hour&’s drive of the Milwaukee area. Perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Detailed maps and trail descriptions make navigating these wonderful trails easy; interesting information about the environment and history of each trail gives hikers a unique insight into the trail that they are exploring. Look inside to find:Hikes suited to every ability Mile-by-mile directional cuesDifficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees/permits, and best hiking seasonsTrail finder chart Information on the area&’s history, geology, flora, and faunaFull-color photos throughout
Best Hikes Near Chicago (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Adam MorganWho says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Near Chicago author Adam Morgan details the best hikes within an hour's drive of the greater Chicago area perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.
Best Hikes Near Indianapolis (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Nick WernerIt’s not necessary to travel far from home for a great hike. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include: Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g. for particular attractions such as waterfalls and if it’s suitable for families with kids)Full-color photos throughoutInformation on the area’s history, geology, flora, and faunaFull-color maps of each trail
Best Hikes Near Minneapolis and Saint Paul (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Joe Baur David BaurFeaturing more than 40 of the best hikes in the greater Twin Cities metro area, this exciting new guidebook points locals and visitors alike to trailheads within an hour's drive of Minneapolis and Saint Paul.
Best Hikes Near Missoula (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Josh MahanIt&’s not necessary to travel far from home for a great hike. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include:Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g. for particular attractions such as scenic views and if it&’s suitable for families with kids)Full-color photos throughoutInformation on the area&’s history, geology, flora, and faunaFull-color maps of each trail
Best Hikes Near Nashville (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Keith StelterHere are thirty-six of the best hikes within an hour&’s drive of metropolitan Nashville that explore a variety of natural areas in Antioch, Burns, Clarksville, Franklin, Brentwood, Hermitage, Murfreesboro, and Lebanon. Whether you&’re in the mood for an easy nature walk, a day hike, or a longer trek, this guide offers plenty to choose from—including Long Hunter State Park, Cedars of Lebanon State Park, Barfield Crescent Park, and Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park. Each hike features:• Full-color photos• A brief route description• Thorough directions to the trailhead (GPS coordinates included)• A trail map• At-a-glance information on distance and difficulty level, hiking time, canine compatibility, and fees and permitsInside you&’ll also find Green Tips and information about local lore, points of interest, and the area&’s array of wildlife.
Best Hikes Near New York City (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Ben KeeneWho says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Near New York author Ben Keene details the best hikes within an hour's drive of the New York metro area perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.
Best Hikes Near Philadelphia (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Debra Young John L. YoungA guide to trails 60 minutes or 60 miles from Philadelphia, Best Hikes Near Philadelphia features useful trail specs and hike summaries accompanied by easy-to-read maps and stunning photos. More than just a guidebook, however, it also includes an extensive section on weather, trail etiquette, hiking with dogs, judging trail mileage, local flora and fauna, and the value of hikers lobbying for wilderness.
Best Hikes Near Phoenix (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Bruce GrubbsBest Hikes Near Phoenix details 40 of the best hikes within an hour's drive of the greater Phoenix area, including outings near Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale, Chandler, and Apache Junction. Ranging from easy nature walks to strenuous multiday backpack trips, the routes in this guide offer something for every hiker—within easy reach of the city.Each featured hike includes a brief route description, at-a-glance data including the length and difficulty level, thorough directions to the trailhead, directional cues, and a detailed trail map with accurate trail information.Inside you&’ll find:• Full-color photos and maps• GPS waypoints for every hike• Water availability, land status, fees and permits required, and more• Sidebars on local lore, plants, and animals
Best Hikes Near Pittsburgh (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Bob FryeFrom a hike through Pymatuning State Park to see its famous spillway, to an old Indian path called the Warrior Trail, this book describes the best hikes in and around Pittsburgh, many of them never previously covered elsewhere.
Best Hikes Near Portland (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Fred BarstadFeaturing more than 40 of the best hikes in the greater Portland metro area, this exciting new guidebook points locals and visitors alike to trailheads within an hour's drive of Portland, Oregon.
Best Hikes Near Portland, Oregon (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Fred BarstadFeaturing more than 40 of the best hikes in the greater Portland metro area, this exciting new guidebook points locals and visitors alike to trailheads within an hour's drive of Portland, Oregon.
Best Hikes Near Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Johnny MolloyThis guidebook covers 40 family-friend hikes within 100 miles or about 1 hour from the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill areas. Colorful and full of easy and moderate hikes, it&’s perfect for families and novice hikers. Detailed hike descriptions, at-a-glance specs, and GPS coordinates for every trailhead make this a go-to guide for the area.
Best Hikes Near Reno and Lake Tahoe (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Tracy SalcedoWith these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include: Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g., for particular attractions such as waterfalls)Full-color photos and maps throughoutInformation on the area's history, geology, flora and fauna
Best Hikes Near Sacramento (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Tracy SalcedoIt&’s not necessary to travel far from home for a great hike. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include:Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g. for particular attractions such as scenic views and if it&’s suitable for families with kids)Full-color photos throughoutInformation on the area&’s history, geology, flora, and faunaFull-color maps of each trail
Best Hikes Near Salt Lake City (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Lori J. LeeHere are forty-two of the best hikes, nearly all of them within an hour&’s drive of Salt Lake City, Utah—from Deseret Peak to Waterfall Canyon. The hikes offer unbeatable views, waterfalls, mountain lakes, and fields of wildflowers. Whether you&’re in the mood for an easy nature walk or a day-long hike, this guide offers plenty to choose from:Deseret Peak – Highest peak in the Stansbury RangeFrary Peak – Highest peak on Antelope IslandBrighton Lakes Tour – World-class wildflower displaysFerguson Canyon – The lesser known canyonMount Timpanogos – The beloved trail of the WasatchDiamond Fork Hot Springs – Natural hot springs Each hike features full-color photos; a brief route description; thorough directions to the trailhead (GPS coordinates included); a detailed, full-color trail map; and at-a-glance information on distance and difficulty level, hiking time, canine compatibility, and fees and permits. Inside you&’ll also find a Trail Finder that categorizes each hike (e.g., for attractions such as best hikes for peak baggers, best view hikes, best easy access hikes, best hikes for dogs, best hikes for children, and best hikes for waterfalls); Green Tips; and information about local lore, points of interest, and the area&’s array of wildlife.
Best Hikes Near San Diego (Best Hikes Near Series)
by Lynn Goya Alexander GoyaWho says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Near San Diego authors Alexander and Lynn Goya detail the best hikes within an hour's drive of the greater Houston area perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.