Cherokee National Forest Hiking Guide

Author : William H. Skelton
Publisher : Univ. of Tennessee Press
ISBN 13 : 9781572333741
Total Pages : 612 pages
Book Rating : 4.4X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cherokee National Forest Hiking Guide written by William H. Skelton and published by Univ. of Tennessee Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 612 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1992, Cherokee National Forest Hiking Guide has been a vitalcompanion to thousands who have explored the 640,000-acre Cherokee National Forest. This second edition has been substantially expanded to cover all hiking trails in the forest as of 2003.Stretching across the Tennessee?North Carolina state line, the Cherokee NationalForest includes much of the western slopes of the southern Appalachian Mountains, north and south of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The area encompasses atremendous diversity of wildlife, vegetation, and scenic vistas of high mountain peaks and beautiful creeks, waterfalls, and valleys.Almost two hundred described and mapped trails and footpaths wind throughout this wildlife haven, inviting everyone who loves the outdoors-- hikers, backpackers, hunters, anglers, and horseback riders-- to explore its natural beauty. The Cherokee National Forest Hiking Guide provides maps and specific directions along with a wealth of general information on the forest's present and past wildlife, vegetation, and geology, as well as a history of the forest's human inhabitants-- including the political battles that have been waged to protect the forest.Featuring a new foreword by Senator Lamar Alexander, this book remains the definitiveguide to this expansive and alluring landscape sure to thrill outdoorsmen for manygenerations to come.

Author : William H. Skelton
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780870497728
Total Pages : 323 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Wilderness Trails of Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest written by William H. Skelton and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first comprehensive hiking guide to the Cherokee National Forest. Comprised of 625,565 acres along the Tennessee-North Carolina state line, this forest includes much of the western slopes of the southern Appalachian Mountains, north and south of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The area encompasses a tremendous diversity of wildlife, vegetation, and scenic vistas of high mountain peaks and beautiful creeks, waterfalls, and valleys. Over one hundred trails and footpaths wind throughout this wildlife haven, inviting everyone who loves the outdoors - hikers, backpackers, hunters, anglers, horseback riders - to explore its natural beauty. The Harvey Broome Group of the Sierra Club's Tennessee Chapter has carefully charted these trails, providing specific directions along with a wealth of general information on the forest's present and past wildlife, vegetation, and geology, as well as a history of the forest's human inhabitants - including the political battles that have been waged to protect the forest. Wilderness Trails of Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest is the first book in the Outdoor Tennessee Series, introducing nature lovers everywhere to the variety of experiences the Volunteer State has to offer those who cherish the great outdoors.

Author : William H. Skelton
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780870497711
Total Pages : 323 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Wilderness Trails of Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest written by William H. Skelton and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first comprehensive hiking guide to the Cherokee National Forest. Comprised of 625,565 acres along the Tennessee-North Carolina state line, this forest includes much of the western slopes of the southern Appalachian Mountains, north and south of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The area encompasses a tremendous diversity of wildlife, vegetation, and scenic vistas of high mountain peaks and beautiful creeks, waterfalls, and valleys. Over one hundred trails and footpaths wind throughout this wildlife haven, inviting everyone who loves the outdoors - hikers, backpackers, hunters, anglers, horseback riders - to explore its natural beauty. The Harvey Broome Group of the Sierra Club's Tennessee Chapter has carefully charted these trails, providing specific directions along with a wealth of general information on the forest's present and past wildlife, vegetation, and geology, as well as a history of the forest's human inhabitants - including the political battles that have been waged to protect the forest. Wilderness Trails of Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest is the first book in the Outdoor Tennessee Series, introducing nature lovers everywhere to the variety of experiences the Volunteer State has to offer those who cherish the great outdoors.

Author : Robert S. Brandt
Publisher : Univ. of Tennessee Press
ISBN 13 : 9780870495731
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Tennessee Hiking Guide written by Robert S. Brandt and published by Univ. of Tennessee Press. This book was released on 1988 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revised Edition 1988 This Sierra Club guide describes hiking areas, noting their natural features and the length and difficulty of their trails, and offers travel directions and backpacking and camping restrictions.

Author : Stuart Carroll
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493063154
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.54/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hiking Tennessee written by Stuart Carroll and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022-07-01 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hiking Tennessee features concise descriptions and detailed maps for more than 60 easy-to-follow trails in the Volunteer state that allow hikers of all levels to enjoy beautiful views, get fit in the outdoors, and learn about the region’s history.

Author : Johnny Molloy
Publisher : Menasha Ridge Press
ISBN 13 : 0897325168
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Five-Star Trails: Tri-Cities of Tennessee and Virginia written by Johnny Molloy and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2014-05-13 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Five-Star Trails: Tri-Cities of Tennessee and Virginia details the 40 best hikes in and around Johnson City, Kingsport, and Bristol as well as the surrounding areas of Abingdon, Elizabethton, Greenville, and Rogersville. Drawing from a wealth of trails on vast public lands, the mosaic of hikes featured reflects the wide variety of terrain in the greater Tri-Cities, from high mountains to the east and south to the historic walks in Tennessee state parks. The Appalachian Trail also provides nearly 70 miles of quality hiking around the Tri-Cities. Authored by Johnny Molloy, the most experienced guidebook author in the field today, this guide has something for everyone, from a leisurely weekend stroll to advanced treks into the Appalachians.

Author : Victoria Steele Logue
Publisher : Human Kinetics
ISBN 13 : 1492585475
Total Pages : 264 pages
Book Rating : 4.73/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hiking Tennessee written by Victoria Steele Logue and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2015-04-20 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hiking Tennessee is your complete guide to 83 of the most scenic day hikes in the Volunteer State. From the Woodland Trail in Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park to the Hidden Passage Trail in Pickett State Park to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this handy guide will lead you to the best trails throughout the state. In this one-of-a-kind resource, you’ll find the following features: • Detailed descriptions complete with GPS coordinates for every hike in all three regions of Tennessee • Special points of interest, including Civil War–era and Native American historical sites; descriptions of the topography, flora, fauna, and climate; estimated hiking time and distance; and difficulty ratings for each trail • Phone numbers and websites, park hours and rules, and available facilities for the state’s most scenic hiking areas • Easy-to-read maps for every park and trail to help you navigate your hike and locate landmarks and other points of interest • A convenient trail finder that provides a summary of each trail’s features and available facilities Hiking Tennessee brings to life the history, terrain, wildlife, and natural features of each area. The vivid descriptions of the foliage, animals, and well-known and local historical accounts of each area provide an invitation to explore and experience the trails for yourself. Hiking Tennessee is your guide to enjoying the great outdoors!

Author : Paul G. Davison
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781457970351
Total Pages : pages
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Download or read book A Trailside Guide to Mosses and Liverworts of the Cherokee National Forest written by Paul G. Davison and published by . This book was released on 2008-11-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Jerry Sullivan
Publisher : McGraw-Hill/Contemporary
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hiking Trails in the Southern Mountains written by Jerry Sullivan and published by McGraw-Hill/Contemporary. This book was released on 1975 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Publisher : Appalachian Trail Conference
ISBN 13 : 9781889386829
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Appalachian Trail Guide to Tennessee-North Carolina written by and published by Appalachian Trail Conference. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The official guide to 303 miles of the Appalachian Trail, from Damascus, Va., near the Tennessee line south to the southern end of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park at Fontana Dam, N.C. This area includes the spectacular southern balds, the Highlands of Roan, and Cherokee National Forest, as well as the most-visited of the traditional national parks. The six detached maps (three sheets) included in the packet are water- and tear-resistant in seven colors at a scale of an inch to a mile, with elevation profiles. The book includes detailed trail descriptions as well as thorough background information on towns, historical sites, and geology.