In Best Hikes Near Washington, DC authors Bill and Mary Burnham detail the best hikes within an hour's drive of the greater DC metro area perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activites close to home. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.
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Take a Hike!
Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike?
Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike?
Here are thirty of the best hikes within an hour’s drive of the greater Washington, D.C., area—from Chesapeake Bay to Shenandoah National Park. Whether you’re in the mood for an easy nature walk or a day-long hike, this guide offers plenty to choose from.
Inside you’ll find:
• Calvert Cliffs State Park
• Catoctin Mountain Park
• Arlington National Cemetery
• Great Falls Park
• Harpers Ferry
• Wildcat Mountain Natural Area
• Overall Run, Shenandoah National Park
• National Mall Monuments
• Rock Creek Park
• Catoctin Mountain Park
• Arlington National Cemetery
• Great Falls Park
• Harpers Ferry
• Wildcat Mountain Natural Area
• Overall Run, Shenandoah National Park
• National Mall Monuments
• Rock Creek Park
Each hike features color photos; a brief route description; thorough directions to the trailhead (GPS coordinates included); a detailed, accurate trail map; and at-a-glance information on distance and difficulty level, hiking time, canine compatibility, and fees and permits. Inside you’ll also find plenty of Green Tips and suggestions for involving kids, as well as information about local lore, points of interest, and the region’s array of wildlife.
About the Author
Bill and Mary Burnham are the authors of Hiking Virginia and Florida Keys Paddling Atlas (both FalconGuides, each of which received a National Outdoor Book Award), and Knack Car Camping for Everyone.
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