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AMC's Best Backpacking in New England | |
| • Matt Heid → Appalachian Mountain Club Books 2008 | ||
This new guide from the publishers of the Best Day Hikes series provides a comprehensive look at what you need to plan a memorable backpacking trip in a region known for its rugged terrain. You’ll explore the wildest, least-traveled trails on 33 trips that are rated by difficulty—from Easy to Epic. You’ll read about nine wilderness areas, eight state forests, four state parks, two national forests, and a variety of other protected landscapes. Each trip description includes regional locator and trip maps, as well as photos of the area taken by author Matt Heid. Heid maximizes your wilderness experience by selecting loop hikes, conveniently eliminating the need to cross roads or shuttle a car. Overnight options—including camp sites and lean-tos—are also listed, as well as tips on safety and gear to better prepare you for a challenging and rewarding backcountry adventure. |
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AMC's Best Day Hikes in the White Mountains: Four-Season Guide to 50 of the Best | |
| • Robert Buchsbaum → Appalachian Mountain Club Books 2006 | ||
Discover waterfalls, secluded mountain ponds, and the best scenic vistas with this guide to day hikes in the spectacular White Mountains. Ideal for families and hikers of all ages and abilities, this new guide from the experts at the Appalachian Mountain Club leads explorers to fifty of the region's most spectacular trails, from short family nature walks to long day hikes that reward with magnificent views. Each trip description includes a detailed map and a summary of the trip time, distance, and difficulty, plus an icon indicating whether the trail is also good for snowshoeing or cross-country. The guide includes an appendix packed with other opportunities for outdoor adventure in the region, making this guide an essential four-season reference for locals and visitors alike.Special features include:>Fifty day hikes for all ability levels, ranging from one to eight miles long>Detailed and accurate trail descriptions.>Detailed maps showing parking areas, trails, and natural highlights >Locator map and "At-A-Glance" highlights chart for easy trip comparison and planning>Hiking and safety tips, including advice for hiking with children>Nature Notes about prominent species and unique natural features of each hike>Photographs of plant and animal life, waterfalls, and scenic vistas reflecting each trip's hidden wonders |
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Best Hikes With Dogs: New Hampshire & Vermont | |
| • Lisa Densmore → Mountaineers Books 2005 | ||
60 hikes selected to delight your dog (and you) in New Hampshire and Vermont—all close to urban areas. ·Trails rated 1-4 paws to show difficulty for dog owners and their four-legged friends ·Terrain that’s hazard free and easy on the paws ·On most trails, no leashes required and no large crowds Lisa Densmore hiked more than 300 miles in New Hampshire and Vermont mostly with her faithful trail companion Bravo, a Chesapeake Bay retriever, but also with other dogs, while researching this book. Here she shares her favorite trails of easy day hikes to overnight backpacking trips, presented through canine-centric eyes. These hikes will delight both you and your pet with panoramic views, long ridge walks, lush forests, and pristine lakes. Advice is given on topics such as proper canine trail etiquette, wildlife encounters, and weather concerns. Additional features include what to pack for your pooch, including the Ten Canine Essentials, a doggy first aid kit, and a Trail Finder chart that lists hikes by length, terrain, difficulty for dogs, and more. |
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Best Loop Hikes: New Hampshire's White Mountains to the Maine Coast (Best Hikes) | |
| • Jeffrey Romano → Mountaineers Books 2006 | ||
It’s new scenery every step of the way with the only guide dedicated to loop hikes in New Hampshire and Maine •60 hikes throughout New Hampshire and Maine, from easy half-day trips to extended journeys, many with options to shorten or lengthen the hike •Hikes accessible from the most common vacation destinations, including Bar Harbor and Freeport in Maine, and Conway, Lincoln, and the Lakes Region in New Hampshire •Helpful "Trail Finder" chart lists hikes by features, difficulty, and more It’s hiking with a welcome twist: no tandem driving, no dropping off a car at the end of the trail—and no turning around to hike back the way you came. Jeff Romano hiked more than 450 miles to select the best loop trails in northern New England—from the rolling hills of southern New Hampshire and towering summits of the White Mountains to the large lakes and abundant wildlife of the Northern Forest and rocky coastline of Maine.Useful features include elevation profiles and charts listing hikes by special interest and best times to go. Information is also included on wildlife, geology, and history.Regions covered include Acadia National Park, Camden Hills, Baxter State Park, the Maine Coast, Moosehead Lake, the Presidential Range, Mount Washington Valley, Franconia Notch, the Lakes Region, and the Monadnock/Sunapee area.JEFF ROMANO has hiked in New England for more than 30 years. A resident of Hallowell, Maine, he works with the Maine Coast Heritage Trust, a land trust that focuses on the conservation of state’s unique coastline. |
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Hikes in Northern New England (Exploring the Appalachian Trail) | |
| • Mark Condon → Stackpole Books 1999 | ||
10 b/w photos 75 maps 5 x 7 Complete descriptions of 170 great day hikes on the AT Easy-to-read topographic maps and elevation profiles for each hike Plants, wildlife, and historical points to see along the way From the spruce forests of Tennessee and the leafy gorges of Virginia to the rolling Pennsylvania hills and the rocky heights of New England, the Appalachian Trail offers 2,200 miles of hiking opportunities. The five books in this series present accurate, detailed information for 170 day hikes (and a few overnighters), all recommended by AT experts. Where to start and finish, water sources and shelters, early exit options, and what to expect on the trail itself are described. Specially commissioned easy-to-read-and-use topographic maps and elevation profiles accompany each recommended hike; mileage data, the best direction to travel, route difficulty, and sources for additional maps and information are also included. Each book points out natural and historical featuresplants, trees, animals, landforms, bridges, vistasthat make the recommended hikes special. 37 hikes in New Hampshire and Maine |
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Hiking New Hampshire, 2nd (State Hiking Series) | |
| • Larry Pletcher → Falcon 2001 | ||
Lace up your boots and sample 100 of the finest hiking trails in the Granite State. Explore the secluded headwaters of the Connecticut River in verdant North Country forest, climb the challenging Caps Ridge Trail over White Mountain granite, or amble along the shore of Shoal Pond. Veteran hiker and outdoor writer Larry Pletcher will introduce you to these trails and more. This guide contains up-to-date trail information, accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trails, detailed trail maps, information on hiking with children, locations of barrier-free trails and zero-impact camping tips. |
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Mountains for Mortals: New England: Scenic Summits for Hikers | |
| • Ron Chase → Menasha Ridge Press 2008 | ||
Although New England contains three of the four most densely populated states in the country, there are still numerous natural sites to be explored in this beautiful area, and this detailed guide catalogs the most unique and scenic mountains. From Mount Katahdin in Maine to the peaks above the coastline, the finest hikes are included here, along with beautiful photographs of the land and precise directions and descriptions. |
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Nature Walks in Southern New Hampshire: Nature Rich Walks from the Connecticut R | |
| • Steve Sherman → Appalachian Mountain Club Books 1994 | ||
This nature lover's guide details more than 40 family-friendly walks rich in nature and varied in landscape. |
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Vermont, New Hampshire, & Maine (Best Hikes With Kids) | |
| • Cynthia Copeland Lewis → Mountaineers Books 2007 | ||
Search for frogs and turtles in a pond, stay in a cabin, visit a nature center, see waterfalls, or discover abundant wildlife. These are just a few of the new hikes families (and anyone looking for an easy outing) will enjoy in these completely redone guidebooks. Each outing highlights points of interest and opportunities for learning about nature on the trail. The hikes range in length from 1 to more than 5 miles round-trip, are rated easy to difficult for children, and feature optional turn-around points for tired feet. |
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