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Product Identifiers

PublisherGlobe Pequot Press, T.H.E.

ISBN-101493017136

ISBN-139781493017133

eBay Product ID (ePID)208726068

Product Key Features

Book TitleBest Hikes Near Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill

Number of Pages248 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicUnited States / South / South Atlantic (DC, De, Fl, Ga, Md, Nc, SC, VA, WV), General, Special Interest / Hikes & Walks, Hiking

Publication Year2016

IllustratorYes

GenreTravel, Sports & Recreation

AuthorJohnny Molloy

Book SeriesBest Hikes Near Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight16.7 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width5.9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2015-037273

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal796.5109756

SynopsisWho says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? Here are forty of the North Carolina Research Triangle's best hikes, all of them within an hour's drive of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill-from state parks to city parks, including lake- and riverside strolls, treks through history, and even a speedway hike. 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. Look inside to find: Poe Ridge, Historic Yates Mill County Park, Ebenezer Church Walk, American Tobacco Trail, Historic Occoneechee Speedway Hike, Eno Quarry Hike, Penny's Bend Nature Preserve, 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 the hikes (e.g., best hikes for great views, best hikes for children or dogs, best hikes for history lovers) as well as Green Tips and information about local lore, points of interest, and the area's array of wildlife. Book jacket., This guidebook covers 40 family-friendly 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.

LC Classification NumberGV199.42.N662M65