100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina: Coastal Carolina/ Piedmont/ Blue Ridge Parkway/ Pigsah National Forset/ Great Smoky Mountains [Paperback]

Joe Miller (Author)

Book Description

Series: 100 Classic Hikes | Publication Date: November 30, 2007

The guide to 100 hikes in North Carolina that you don't want to miss!

Each hike is the cream-of-the-crop with

full-color topographical maps, elevation profiles, and over 100 stunning photographs.

Trails-at-a-Glance chart to help find the hikes you want quickly and easily.

The most up-to-date info on public lands acquisition and regulations. North Carolina is the ideal hiking state: dramatic mountain hikes in the Southern Appalachians, lots of rolling trails near high population centers in the Piedmont, diverse hikes that few people know about on the Coastal Plain. The varied climates of the state make for a wide array of hiking opportunities, sure to provide some favorites for everyone. Whether you thrive off of an intense heart-pounding climb with a sweeping vista as a reward or prefer a smoother terrain filled with interesting historical tidbits, there is a classic hike for you.

Editorial Reviews

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"This book is a valuable resource for any hiker in North Carolina." -- The Wilson Daily Times

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"The colorful photographs and well-written descriptions will entice even the most-reluctant couch potato to put on hiking shoes and hit the trail."

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Product Details

• Paperback: 237 pages
• Publisher: Mountaineers Books (November 30, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1594850542
• ISBN-13: 978-1594850547
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #523,194 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love the book, October 28, 2010

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Vivian (Aberdeen, NC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina: Coastal Carolina/ Piedmont/ Blue Ridge Parkway/ Pigsah National Forset/ Great Smoky Mountains (Paperback)

I love this book. I have taken 3 hikes in the book and really enjoyed them. I plan on trying all the hikes just to get out and explore North Carolina. Each hike has a brief introduction to the trail and area, then he takes you on the hike, mostly directions of where to go, etc. There is a map of each trail and area but it's not as detailed as the trail map, so you need to pick up a map before you go just to be safe. Each hike also gives you an elevation gain, mileage, difficulty level, and estimated time it should take you.

In the beginning of the book there is a full page spread of NC that shows you where all the hikes are. I use it often to plan my next hike, starting close to my house then I'll get further away. So if you like hiking and want to explore NC, I highly recommend this book.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book - Very Handy in NC, August 29, 2008

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Scott Skinger "www.TrainSignal.com" (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina: Coastal Carolina/ Piedmont/ Blue Ridge Parkway/ Pigsah National Forset/ Great Smoky Mountains (Paperback)

I really liked this book (and the series of 100 Classic Hikes). I live in Illinois, but do a lot of hiking in Colorado and these books are very helpful in getting you to the location and then describing the hike. I have yet to be disappointed by one of the hikes described in these books.

We visited Asheville, NC in the Summer of 2008 and absolutely loved it. I have posted more information on a few hikes in North Carolina and Colorado on my climbing/hiking website at www.MountainInsider.com

Scott Skinger
MountainInsider-dot-com

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE book to have on your coffee table!, August 28, 2008

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wime "wime" (nc) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 100 Classic Hikes in North Carolina: Coastal Carolina/ Piedmont/ Blue Ridge Parkway/ Pigsah National Forset/ Great Smoky Mountains (Paperback)

Joe Miller has first-hand experience with hiking and biking. Joe takes you on an adventure you haven't ever experienced before! Take at least one of the trails and see how accurate Joe has described the hike. Excellent book!