Hiking North Carolina

This newly revised and expanded edition of Hiking North Carolina describes more than 500 routes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Great Smokies-Eastern America's highest mountains-across the rolling Piedmont, to the Outer Banks archipelago. Choose a challenging backpack adventure on the Appalachian Trail, an easy family ramble on an urban greenway, a trek through a lush subtropical enclave, or a hike to photograph wildflowers and waterfalls. For more than twenty-five years, FalconGuideS® have set the standard for outdoor guidebooks. Written by top experts and enthusiasts, each guide invites you to experience the adventure and beauty of the outdoors. Features: Full-color photos Accurate directions to the trailhead Detailed trail descriptions, and GPS-compatible trail maps Difficulty ratings, elevation gains, and more for every featured hike