Hiking • Books • HikeArizona.COM

	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.	Unrated 0 Ratings View & Review!

	Connecticut, Massachusetts, & Rhode Island (Best Hikes With Kids)
	• Cynthia Copeland Lewis → Mountaineers Books 302007
	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.	Unrated 0 Ratings View & Review!

	Hiking Southern New England, 2nd
	• Rhonda Ostertag → Falcon 2002
	Lace up your boots and sample some of the best trails in New England. Explore beaches and sand dunes at seashores in eastern Massachusetts. Trek through verdant forests in south-central Connecticut. Amble along secluded rivers and bays at wildlife sanctuaries in Rhode Island, or take in the views from the mountaintops in the northern Berkshires of Massachusetts. Veteran hikers and outdoor writers Rhonda and George Ostertag will introduce you to these trails and more. Use this guide for: up-to-date trail information; accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trails; difficulty ratings for each hike; detailed trail maps; zero-impact camping tips. Whether you are a day-tripper or long-distance hiker, old hand or novice, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest in southern New England. (6 x 9, 336 pages, b&w photos, maps, charts)	Unrated 0 Ratings View & Review!

	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.	Unrated 0 Ratings View & Review!