Best Easy Day Hikes Washington Dc

Author : Louise Baxter
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493005758
Total Pages : 91 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book BEST EASY DAY HIKES WASHINGTON DC written by Louise Baxter and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2011-06-01 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes Washington, D.C. includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty easy-to-follow hikes in and near the nation’s capital. Discover Theodore Roosevelt Island; monuments and memorials, museums, gardens, and Rock Creek Park; the C&O Canal towpath; and top-notch trails along the Potomac River. Look inside for: • Casual hikes to half-day adventures • Hikes for everyone, including families • Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps • Trail Finder for best hikes for history buffs, nature lovers, and water views • GPS coordinates

Author : Louise S. Baxter
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493038877
Total Pages : 104 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes Washington, written by Louise S. Baxter and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-01-01 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated and revised edition of BestEasy Day Hikes Washington, D.C. includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty easy-to-follow hikes in and near the nation’s capital. Discover Theodore Roosevelt Island; monuments and memorials, museums, gardens, and Rock Creek Park; the C&O Canal towpath; and top-notch trails along the Potomac River. Look inside for: • Casual hikes to half-day adventures • Hikes for everyone, including families • Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps • Trail Finder for best hikes for history buffs, nature lovers, and water views • GPS coordinates

Author : Paul Elliott
Publisher : Menasha Ridge Press
ISBN 13 : 089732840X
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Easy Hikes Close to Home: Washington, D.C. written by Paul Elliott and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2010-03-12 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the central city through the suburbs to the foothills and mountains in the west and the lowlands in the east, this portable guide introduces 20 of the best easy day hikes in Washington, D.C. Filled with detailed descriptions, clear maps, and GPS coordinates, Easy Hikes Close to Home: Washington, D.C. contains a wealth of at-a-glance information, including length, configuration, water required, scenery, exposure, hiking time, facilities, special comments, and more.

Author : Bill Burnham
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 0762762764
Total Pages : 355 pages
Book Rating : 4.67/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Best Hikes Near Washington, D.C. written by Bill Burnham and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010-04-13 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bill and Mary Burnham have successfully blended their love of the outdoors with backgrounds in journalism and photography for more than 15 years. For their first book, they spent two full years hiking and writing about the best trails in the Old Dominion. The result, Hiking Virginia: a Falcon Guide, received a National Outdoor Book Award. The Florida Keys Paddling Atlas also earned a NOBA award as the best guidebook of 2008. Among their nine books are two in The Globe Pequot Press' how-to Knack series: Car Camping for Everyone and Kayaking. They live on the Eastern Shore of Virginia where they guide kayak trips, write for several publications, and post their adventures on www.BurnhamVirginia.com and www.Burnham-Florida.com.

Author : Beth Homicz
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781628420388
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book AMC's Best Day Hikes Near Washington, D.C. written by Beth Homicz and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Bill Burnham
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493035002
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Best Hikes Washington, D.C. written by Bill Burnham and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-04-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Best Hikes Washington, DC authors Bill and Mary Burnham detail the best hikes within about an hour's drive of downtown, hikes perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs and descriptions, trailhead location and GPS coordinates, mile-by-mile directional cues, gorgeous full-color photography, and a detailed map.

Author : Barbara A. Noe
Publisher : National Geographic
ISBN 13 : 9780792275886
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 100 Easy Hikes written by Barbara A. Noe and published by National Geographic. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Complete with step-by-step trail guidance and key tips on finding ideal picnic spots and hidden historic sites, this handy portable guide highlights 100 of the best easy hikes within a three-hour drive of Washington D.C., including some in Delaware and northern Virginia. 16 maps.

Author : Jennifer Chambers
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
ISBN 13 : 1594857830
Total Pages : 345 pages
Book Rating : 4.36/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Best Hikes with Kids: Washington DC, The Beltway & Beyond written by Jennifer Chambers and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2014-10-01 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * A range of easy to challenging hikes for kids of all ages and within a 2-hour drive of the DC area * Most hikes feature water, rocks, historical sites, natural areas, or parks—all fun to explore! * Lots of tips and tricks for hiking with kids Best Hikes with Kids: Washington DC the Beltway & Beyond showcases more than 65 family-friendly hikes in the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area, extending to within a two-hour drive radius and including the eastern ridges of Shenandoah National Park. Longtime environmental educator, hiking guide, and mother of two, Jennifer Chambers introduces families in the DC area to a variety of trail options while also helping them to spend quality time together discovering nature. Each hike has been chosen for its engaging physical features and landscape along a natural surface trail, in addition to the accessibility of the trailhead for busy families with children of all ages. A selection of trails also accommodates the use of a jogging stroller. Trails range from easy to difficult in order to provide a physical challenge for families whose children are very active or of an age to successfully complete the hike—and have a lot fun!

Author : Theresa Dowell Blackinton
Publisher : Moon Travel
ISBN 13 : 9781598802092
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Moon Take a Hike Washington, D.C. written by Theresa Dowell Blackinton and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2009-04-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historic grounds, mountain terrain, beachside and waterfalls surround Washington, D.C. Because of the stunning scenery around the city, hiking in Washington, D.C. is more than a trek around town. Travel writer Theresa Blackinton shows you the best hikes in and around Washington in the area. All hikes within the guide take less than 2 hours to reach by car, with details on public transportation options and clear directions on how to reach the trailhead. Blackinton has compiled lists of her favorite hikes including: Best Historical Hikes Best Summit Views Best Waterfall Hikes Best Kid-Friendly Hikes Best Butt-Kicker Hikes Best for Viewing Wildlife Best for Solitude Let Blackinton show you all the worthwhile hikes, from short, flat routes suitable for families to day-long, steep treks for more advanced hikes. Each hike profile contains practical information including point-by-point trail navigation, contact information, facilities, fees, parking instructions, and an easy-to-use map for each trail. From Metropolitan D.C, to Shenandoah National Park, and onto Chesapeake Bay, your trip begins with Moon Take a Hike Washington, D.C.

Author : Paul Elliott
Publisher : Menasha Ridge Press
ISBN 13 : 163404083X
Total Pages : 494 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Washington, D.C. written by Paul Elliott and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2017-10-10 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Downtown through the suburbs to the mountains in the west and the marshlands in the east, the Washington metro area has something to offer anyone looking for a good hike. Part of the most comprehensive hiking series in print, the 3rd edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Washington, D.C. is a complete revision by local travel writers Rachel Cooper and Renee Sklarew. The new issue features a wider collection of trails specifically designed for day trips. With options that range from easy to challenging, families and serious hikers will find both inspiration and detailed information to guide their exploration of the many trails within roughly an hour’s drive of the metro area. Get the most up-to-date hiking information in the new edition including: 23 new hikes including metro and wheelchair accessible trails Revised routes with many loop trails Updated maps and new photos Detailed directions and information about hours, facilities and restrictions Descriptions of flora, fauna and wildlife hikers are likely to see Options for additional activities and points of interest nearby Readers looking for new places to explore will discover a bounty of sites, some well-known and beloved, while others remain hidden gems ripe for exploration.