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60 Hikes within 60 Miles: New York City: with northern New Jersey, southwestern | |
| • Catherine Brooks → Menasha Ridge Press 2004 | ||
Hikers can always put in a few miles at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, but before they get outside and enjoy the rugged wilds of state and county parks surrounding New York City, they will want to explore this guide. Using sweat and shoe-leather research and precise, entertaining narrative, authors Christopher and Catherine Brooks have written the premier guide to the best day hikes in the greater New York City metro area. Unbounded by state lines, the trails awaiting hikers in 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: New York City include pleasant walks in New Jersey's Allaire State Park in Farmingdale, challenging hikes in Connecticut's Devil's Den Preserve near Weston, and, of course, scenic sections of the Appalachian Trail at Bear Mountain State Park. |
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AMC's Best Day Hikes in the Catskills and Hudson Valley: Four-Season Guide to 60 | |
| • Peter Kick → Appalachian Mountain Club Books 2006 | ||
With more than 600 miles of trails within just a few hours of New York City, the Catskills and the Hudson River Valley are a hiker's paradise, boasting varied and scenic terrain from Westchester County to Albany. This new guide from the experts at the Appalachian Mountain Club leads beginner and experienced hikers alike along sixty of the region's most spectacular trails, from short family nature walks to day-long 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 appendices packed with snowshoe treks, rock climbing in the Gunks, and 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 two to eight miles long>Detailed and accurate trail descriptions>Locator map and "At-A-Glance" highlights chart for easy trip comparison and planning>Hiking and safety tips>Detailed maps showing parking areas, trails, and natural highlights>Nature Notes about prominent species, and unique natural features of each hike>Photographs of plant and animal life reflecting each trip's hidden wonders |
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Best Hikes With Children in the Catskills and Hudson River Valley: 1588468127 | |
| • Sheila Buff → Mountaineers Books 2002 | ||
Completely revised and updated, with trips suitable for preschoolers to teenagers. This edition of Best Hikes with Children and the Hudson River Valley guides you to some of the Empire State's most kid-friendly outdoor excursions, all of which are located within two and a half hours of New York City. *Features 51 short, spectacular hikes for kids, seniors and anyone looking for an easy escape to the outdoors *Practical advice for hiking with children and engaging them in the natural world *Includes optional turn-around points for tired feet |
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Best Hikes With Dogs: New York City & Beyond | |
| • Tammy L McCarley → Mountaineers Books 2007 | ||
Tammy McCarley has hiked with her dog, Sienna (a Golden Retriever-Chow mix), for four years throughout the Empire State. Now they present the best trails for both you and your dog in New York City, the Hudson Valley, and Long Island. You'll find outings for every type of pet and pet owner, from easy day hikes to overnight trips. Discover rolling hills, rocky escarpments, clear lakes, beautiful beaches, and more. All outings are rated 1 to 4 paws to show difficulty for both humans and dogs. Trails are on terrain that's easy on the paws, and there are advance alerts for any canine concerns. A handy Trail Finder Chart helps you choose the outing that's best for you and your pet by comparing hikes by length, terrain, difficulty for dogs, and features such as backpacking options. Also included are loads of helpful tips: how to prepare your dog for a hike, what to bring, how to be responsible trail users, dealing with wildlife encounters, and hiking with your pet in the Northeas |
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Hikes in the Mid-Atlantic States: Maryland Pennsylvania New Jersey New York (Exp | |
| • Glenn Scherer → Stackpole Books 1998 | ||
10 b/w photos 65 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. 32 hikes in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York |
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Hiking New York, 2nd | |
| • → Falcon 2002 | ||
Lace up your boots and sample seventy-five of the best trails the Empire State has to offer. From the 4,000-foot peaks of the Adirondacks to the glacier-gouged landscape of the Finger Lakes region, from the Niagara Frontier's historic Erie Canal to the lore of Rip Van Winkle's Catskills, the trails in hiking New York should please nature lovers and history buffs alike. Let veteran hikers Rhonda and George Ostertag lead you through short nature walks, lengthy canal and rail trails, and rugged wilderness hikes. Inside you'll find: up-to-date trail information; accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trials; difficulty ratings for each hike; detailed trail maps; zero-impact camping tips. (6 x 9, 336 pages, b&w photos, maps, charts) |
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Outdoor Escapes New York City | |
| • Theodore W. Scull → Falcon 2003 | ||
| Got to get out of the office? This book offers great opportunities for hiking, biking, and other outdoor sports within an hour or two of the city. Outdoor Escapes New York City profiles 25 quick escapes to open spaces and fresh air, all of them easily accessible by public transportation. Author Ted Scull does all the trip planning; all that's left to do is have fun. |
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Peak Experiences, Hiking the Highest Summits of New York, County by County (Trai | |
| • Gary Fallesen → Footprint Press 2000 | ||
This guidebook, packed with pictures and maps, will lead you on a quest. Be the first (besides the author) to bag the highest point of each county of New York Statethere are 62 to be conquered. Some are barely molehills that can be driven by; others are significant mountain peaks that require an all-day climb. All promise the exhilaration of new discoveries. Can you name the highest point of the county where you live? Chances are good that you'll be wrong. As Gary Fallesen researched the summits he repeatedly came across experts who steered him wrong. Local belief often differs from factual reality. In this book you'll learn not only where the real Peak Experiences are, but how to get there. Fallesen delved into the history of each high point as well. With his guidance you'll meet the people populating the high points today and at the peaks in history. |
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Take A Hike - Family Walks in New York's Finger Lakes Region | |
| • Rich Sue Freeman → Footprint Press, Inc 2006 | ||
| 68 Mapped Trails to Explore, Ranging from Half-mile Strolls to Full-day Hikes. Take A Hike reveals the little known places and hidden gems of the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. - Visit an old-growth forest. - Stroll along abandoned railroad beds and canal towpaths. - Hike the strenuous glacially sculpted hills. - Savor the vistas of wind and water sculpted drumlins overlooking Lake Ontario. - Gaze into a verdant lake-filled valley far below. - Ramble through a bog and a rich shrub fen. - Wander on winding boardwalks through swamps and wetlands. Walk the Finger Lakes Region with ease and confidence. Each trail is GPS mapped for accuracy. Directions and GPS coordinates are given for easily locating trailhead parking. With his guidebook you'll know the length of the hike, difficulty of the terrain, variety of uses allowed, type of trail surface, markings to look for, and even if your dog is welcome to hike with you for each of the 68 trails. This guide promises to reveal the undiscovered beauty of the Finger Lakes Region with many recently built trails. Take A Hike Today! |
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Take A Hike! Family Walks in the Rochester (NY) Area (Second Edition) (Trail Gui | |
| • Rich Sue Freeman → Footprint Press 2000 | ||
Second Edition - Fully Revised and Expanded Now Covers 60 Trails - Includes 25 New Trails The walks, rambles, strolls, and hikes in this book are designed for people who delight in exploring unique or little-known places. The trails lead through forests, fields, marshes, hills, and arboretums where you can enjoy the natural world. This book will help you learn more about Rochester, NY history, get much-needed exercise, introduce children to the joys of nature, or find new places to walk your dog. Don't stash it away in winter either. Many of the trails are good for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. With this guide, you'll be able to explore the Rochester area with ease and confidence. Each of the 60 walks is rated for difficulty, type of terrain, and described by length and estimated time required. In addition, you'll know how to easily find the trails and parking. Whether young or young at heart, you can enjoy the adventures this guide brings to life. |
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