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The Georgia Conservancy's Guide to the North Georgia Mountains

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This book provides in-depth descriptions of locations throughout the North Georgia Mountains. The authors have paid particular attention to details that lead you off the mainstream "touristy" trails and onto the real Georgia. This book is a "must-have" for campers and day-hikers so you can plan your next trip. Accurate topographic maps are included along with directions to trail heads and other sites.

As an avid backpacker and waterfall hunter there is no better guide to North Georgia's natural wonders then "The Georgia Conservancy's Guide to the North Georgia Mountains". The trail information is indepth and complete. There are good maps, and information on driving tours, waterfalls, streams and lakes, wildlife, fishing and camping. I can't think of anything the book lacks except maybe color photos which really are not necessary. My copy has fallen apart and therefore I came here to order another copy. I don't know why this book has not been revised and re-released especially since the organization is still up and running. It would be a real shame if this book does not stay in print.

My wife bought this book in the early 90s when we moved here to the Atlanta area and we've found it to be indispensable when planning weekend trips. We are not expert hikers or campers but we enjoy a good strenuous day hike with our kids now and then, especially to out of the way unique spots, waterfalls, swimming holes, etc. This book has a ton of them and it's written in a clear easy to follow style that makes it simple to find where you are going and to know what to expect when you get there. There don't seem to be a lot of copies around so I'd encourage anyone looking for a good book on north Georgia hiking to pick one up while they are available.