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Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Active outdoor pursuits > Walking, hiking, trekking
Best Hikes Atlanta introduces nearly forty distinct outdoor hiking
destinations across the metropolitan area, from the foothills of
the Appalachian Mountains in the north to the rolling, heavily
forested Piedmont foothills in the south. It is an essential
addition to the library of all who wish to explore the rich natural
and historical sites within an hour's drive of Atlanta.
The North York Moors and Wolds offer a diverse range of walking
opportunities - from the stunning scenery of Robin Hood's Bay
through the grand ruins of Rievaulx Abbey to the wildness of the
Moors themselves. This collection of 100 walks of up to 10 miles
will help you explore the best of this beautiful region. There are
routes to suit all walking abilities; easy-to-follow directions;
clear and detailed route maps sourced from the Ordnance Survey;
details of where to park and places to eat and drink and
interesting sights to see along the way.
This guidebook describes 30 day walks all over the Isles of Harris
and Lewis, in the Outer Hebrides. The walks range from 2 and 14
miles (4 to 22km) in length, and are easily accessible from
Stornaway or Tarbet. Routes vary from short strolls to long
wilderness hikes, high-level and low-level, and include the An
Cliseam horseshoe, visits to ancient historic monuments like the
stone circles of Calanais and the famous Butt of Lewis lighthouse,
all illustrated with OS 1:50,000 maps and dramatic photography. The
routes take in most of the main summits as well as historical and
geographical places of interest. A list of all the Marilyns
(British hills of any height with a drop of at least 150m on all
sides) on Harris, Lewis and St Kilda is included at the back. Tips
are also included about walking on St Kilda, Berneray, Taransay,
The Shiant Islands and The Flannan Isles, along with a short Gaelic
glossary and route summary table, and advice on practicalities to
make the most out of any walking trip on Harris and Lewis.
The book, aimed at walkers and fell runners, includes detailed
information on the challenging Lakeland Three Thousands; the Old
County Tops; the Roman Road between Windermere and Penrith; the
Eight Great Horseshoes; and Penrith to the Sea routes. Roy Clayton
guides walkers through the routes, while experienced fell runner,
Ronald Turnbull, gives the necessary advice for runners, and for
walkers who wish to step up the pace in the tradition of the greats
like Joss Naylor, Eric Beard and Colin Donnelly.
Best Easy Day Hikes Spokane/Coeur d'Alene includes concise
descriptions and detailed maps for 22 easy-to-follow trails in
Washington and Idaho that allow hikers of all levels to enjoy
beautiful views, get fit in the outdoors, and learn about the
region's history. Look inside for:Casual hikes to full-day
adventuresAfter-dinner strolls to full-day hikesHikes for everyone,
including familiesMile-by-mile directions and clear trail mapsTrail
Finder for best hikes for history buffs, river and lake lovers, and
great viewsGPS coordinates
One name above all others has become associated with walking in the
Lake District: Alfred Wainwright, whose seven-volume Pictorial
Guide to the Lakeland Fells, first published in 1955-66, has become
the definitive guidebook. Wainwright's meticulously hand-drawn
maps, diagrams and drawings take you up the 214 principal hills and
mountains of the Lake District, describing the main routes of
ascent from different starting points, as well as lesser-known
variants, showing the summit viewpoint panoramas and the ridge
routes that can be made to create longer walks. The Northern Fells,
Book Five of Wainwright's Walking Guide, covers an area that
encompasses both the gentler gradients of the Uldale and Caldbeck
Fells and the spectacular mountains of Skiddaw and Blencathra. This
new edition has been comprehensively revised by writer and designer
Clive Hutchby, author of The Wainwright Companion. Paths, maps,
diagrams and route descriptions have been checked and corrected
throughout in this new portable, pocket-sized flexibound format
that can easily be packed and carried in a walker's rucksack.
Surrey is a walker's paradise, with rolling chalk downland,
picturesque villages and dense woodland. This collection of 100
walks of up to 12 miles will help you explore the best of this
diverse county. The Crowood Walking Guides give detailed and
accurate route descriptions of the 100 walks. Full-colour mapping
is included which is sourced from the Ordnance Survey. Details of
where to park and where to eat and drink are included and also
places of interest to see along the way.
OS Explorer is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is
recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities such as walking,
horse riding and off-road cycling. The series provides complete GB
coverage and can now be used in all weathers thanks to OS Explorer
- Active, a tough, versatile version of OS Explorer. The OS
Explorer Active range of OL maps now includes a digital version of
the paper map, accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps.
This guidebook provides a comprehensive and detailed description of
the GR131, an island-hopping trail across the seven Canary Islands.
The 560km (348 mile) route begins on Lanzarote and finishes on El
Hierro and is presented in 32 daily stages. The route is well
waymarked but some navigational skills are required, and the remote
and occasional rocky sections need to be treated with care. Also
included is an optional ascent of El Teide, the highest peak on
Spanish territory at 3718m. The guide is split into seven parts,
one for each island. Overview statistics, detailed navigational
description and 1:50,000 mapping is provided for each stage and the
guide also includes key information about transport to and between
the Canary Islands and availability of accommodation and services.
There is background information on the geology, history, plants and
wildlife and notes on local points of interest. An appendix
contains a helpful glossary. As a geologically young area, the
Canaries boast rare wildlife across their dramatic volcanic
terrain. The islands contain a number of national parks, and the
landscape varies from semi-desert to forests and barren
mountainsides. This month-long route is a great opportunity for
walkers to fully immerse themselves in the diverse culture and
scenery of the Canary Islands.
This guidebook describes in full the 735km Via Podiensis (GR65), a
historic pilgrimage route through southern France from Le
Puy-en-Velay to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, where the trail meets the
famous Camino Frances to Santiago de Compostela (Spain). Also
detailed are 2 major variants: the Cele Valley (GR651) and
Rocamadour (GR6 and GR46). Split into 28 stages, the full route
takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete but can be divided into shorter
sections - Figeac and Condom are well positioned to break the walk
into three 2-week chunks. It can be adapted to suit all abilities,
with regularly spaced accommodation and baggage transport
available, and is best walked in spring and autumn, with May and
September the most popular months. Abundant accommodation options
offer a warm welcome to walkers and pilgrims and a chance to enjoy
delicious home-cooked meals made with local ingredients. Walking
directions are accompanied by 1;100,000 maps showing the route line
and the facilities available at different locations. Accommodation
listings provide invaluable information on where to stay. There are
useful town maps for Cahors, Condom, Figeac, Le Puy, Moissac and
Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, and a stage planning table listing
intermediate distances between accommodation means the schedule can
be easily customised to individual requirements. The Via Podiensis
leads pilgrims and walkers through the best of French village life,
offering a unique combination of pleasant trails, quaint historic
communities and cultural delights. It passes through charming
Estaing, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie and Lauzerte, and visits pilgrim
shrines including Conques and Rocamadour. Pilgrims carrying on to
Santiago can either proceed directly from Saint-Jean on the Camino
Frances or transition (via the GR10) over to the Camino del Norte -
a skeletal outline of the routes linking Saint-Jean and Irun,
Spain, is included in the guidebook.
Best Easy Day Hikes Jackson Hole features the best easy day hikes
throughout the area. With detailed maps and trail descriptions,
navigating these wonderful trails is made easy. It's the perfect
tool for day hikers, families, and local outdoors people looking to
explore Jackson Hole in an easy day hike. In addition to
information on the trails themselves, this guide includes GPS
coordinates as well as a section on regional attractions, lodging
and dining, and other noteworthy public lands well-suited for
outdoor adventure. It is also filled with useful information on the
area's history, geology, fauna, and flora.
This guidebook presents 30 walks in the New Forest in Hampshire and
Wiltshire, Britain's smallest National Park. Easily accessible from
Southampton, Bournemouth, Salisbury and Winchester, the New Forest
encompasses varied landscapes, from ancient woodlands to open
heaths, rivers and coastline. Routes of between 5 and 16km (3 and
10 miles) explore the Forest, mainly on fairly flat terrain, often
on well-defined tracks and paths. Most walks are suitable for all
the family and many can be combined to make longer outings. Each
walk is described in detail, highlighting the many points of
interest in this area - ancient sites and castles, picture postcard
villages with thatched cottages or historic churches - with
fascinating background detail. An extract of 1:25,000 OS mapping
makes each route easy to follow, and suggestions for refreshment
stops like pubs and tea rooms are included. All walks offer a good
chance of seeing wildlife, including the famous New Forest ponies.
This area has been protected and nurtured by ancient laws for over
900 years, and is the largest remaining area of lowland heath in
Europe. It is this sense of history and the unique patchwork of
habitats that make walking in the New Forest National Park such a
rewarding experience.
1001 Walking Tips by Paul Besley is a light-hearted and informative
guide to all kinds of walking. This is no standard instruction
manual - it is much more useful than that. This is a huge
collection of small tips to make a real difference to your walking,
whether you're on a leisurely stroll in your local urban area,
exploring a national park, planning a long-distance trail or hiking
in the mountains in winter - this book will help you to make the
most of every walk. The vast range of topics covered includes
navigation, essential kit and clothing, safety, fitness, food,
walking with dogs, how to cope with various weather conditions and
what to do if you get lost. Whether you're a walking novice or an
experienced trekker, Paul's wealth of knowledge and practical
advice will inspire you and help to enrich your time outdoors.
This guidebook describes 40 day walks exploring Snowdonia. It
showcases some of the best mountain walks in the area, with routes
up Snowdon and Tryfan alongside other classic peaks like Y Garn,
Cadair Idris and the Glyders. Routes are graded easy to strenuous
and include airy and pulse-quickening scrambles such as Crib Goch
and Bristly Ridge as well as the Snowdon Horseshoe, the Nantlle
Ridge and a 2-day traverse of all 15 of Snowdon's peaks over
3000ft. Walks range in distance from 4 miles (6km) to 16 miles
(26km). Clear route descriptions are accompanied by OS mapping, and
for each walk there is key information about distance, grade,
ascent, terrain, access and parking. With useful advice on where to
stay and when to go, and an English-Welsh glossary, this book is an
invaluable guide to discovering both the popular and less
well-trodden corners of Snowdonia. Snowdonia can justifiably lay
claim to some of the finest mountain walking in Britain, from the
bristling, jagged ridges of Snowdon to the huge grassy mounds of
the Carneddau and the stone-girt fortresses of the Glyderau. These
are big mountains with big personalities, with glowering crags and
deep rocky cwms. Whether you are based in Bala, Beddgelert,
Llanberis, Betws-y-Coed, Dolgellau or Capel Curig, you'll find
walks in this guidebook to suit you.
Enhanced, large scale (1: 25,000) Ordnance Survey mapping in a
handy atlas format with all the mapping you need to walk a complete
circuit of the Anglesey section of the Wales Coast Path. Continuous
OS mapping covering the complete circuit from Menai Bridge.
Contains coastal extracts from large scale Explorer maps 262 and
263. - Large scale Ordnance Survey mapping for the complete circuit
of the Isle of Anglesey in a handy atlas format. - Highlighted
official route of the Wales Coast Path/ Anglesey Coastal Path. -
On-map symbols showing amenities at main towns and villages. -
Introduction with attractive photo mosaic. - Additional useful
information
This guidebook details 100 walking routes around Ben Nevis and Glen
Coe, centred in 10 areas including Fort William and Glen Nevis, the
Aonachs, the Mamores, Kinlochleven, Glen Coe, Glen Etive, Black
Mount and Ben Cruachan. Routes are graded according to difficulty,
and range between short, easy strolls and long, challenging walks
with overnight bothy stays. The region's 44 Munro summits are
covered, including 2 easy scrambles and the formidable traverse of
Aonach Eagach's iconic jagged ridge. Alongside step-by-step route
descriptions and mapping, the guide presents practical advice on
transport, access, safety and where to stay plus background
information on the area's fascinating geology. Many of the routes
reflect the author's belief that the best rewards often lie off the
popular tourist trails. Yet the highlights are all there:
Buachaille Etive Mor, Aonach Eagach, the Mamores, the Grey Corries,
Bidean nam Bian, Ben Starav, Carn Mor Dearg and of course, the
mighty Ben Nevis. The book - like Glen Coe itself - encourages
exploration and includes a helpful 'summit summary' to show
different options and assist with route-planning.
Bhutan is an ideal destination for trekkers wishing to experience
the magic of the Himalaya without the commercialism. Although
independent trekking is not permitted, it can nonetheless prove
difficult to obtain information. This guide describes 22 official
treks and a handful of trek variants, with comprehensive advice
about planning and preparation and plentiful cultural information
to enhance any visit. Included are the classic Lunana 'Snowman'
Trek, the Jhomolhari and Dagala Treks, and the Druk Path, as well
as many other treks - both well-established trails and other routes
of a more exploratory nature, venturing into remote and
seldom-visited areas of the country. You will find thorough
coverage of all the practicalities, with notes on trekking seasons,
outfitters, transport, accommodation and food, ethics and
etiquette, equipment and medical considerations (including safety
at altitude). The guide also offers a fascinating insight into
Bhutanese mountain life, from local superstitions and beliefs to
plants, wildlife and yak husbandry. Route description is presented
alongside sketch mapping and information on local points of
interest. Trekking here is a truly unique experience, promising
memories that will last a lifetime.
This guide brings together a selection of the best walks in
Grasmere, Ambleside and Windermere. The walks include town trails,
coastal walks and routes through woodland and farmland and on the
high moors.
Hiking Death Valley National Park contains detailed information
about 57 of the best day hikes and extended backpacking trips in
the largest national park outside of Alaska. Supplemented with GPS
coordinates for the trailheads, mile-by-mile directional cues, rich
narratives, and beautiful photographs, this is the only book you'll
need for this land of extremes.
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