60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: New York City: Including northern New Jersey, southwestern Connecticut, and western Long Island (Paperback)

by Christopher Brooks (Author), Catherine Brooks (Author) "The fun trails here meander so much you may be reminded at times of a roller-coaster ride..." (more)
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...useful resource for everyone from beginners to experienced hikers...all you need to plan a perfect outdoor day. -- New Canaan/Darien, July/August, 2004

Who better to ask for hiking suggestions than Christopher and Catherine Brook, authors of...60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: New York City. -- Nancy Claus Giles, Westchester Chronicles, October 2004 --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Description

With so many superb trails in the New York City area, planning a hike can be a frustrating endeavor. Which one for an all-day outing? Where can I take my dog? Which are suitable for young children? 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: New York City answers those questions with an array of classic trails and little-known gems, while guiding the reader through 439 miles of outdoor fun and excitement.

Unbounded by state lines, the trails awaiting hikers in the updated edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: New York City showcase swamp streams and roaring waterfalls, hidden lakes and bald summits, including a meandering ascent of Jenny Jump Mountain in New Jersey, a deep exploration of Connecticut’s Trout Brook Valley, and a scenic section of the Appalachian Trail that runs by Fitzgerald Falls in New York.

Packed with valuable tips and humorous observations, the guide prepares both novices and veterans for the outdoors. From secluded woods and sun-struck seashores, to lowland swamps and rock-strewn mountain tops, this practical guidebook contains all the information needed to have many great hikes in and around New York City.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 361 pages
• Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press; 2nd edition (May 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0897329821
• ISBN-13: 978-0897329828
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #174,584 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprising Finds Within a Short Distance of the City, September 16, 2004

By	John Matlock "Gunny" (Winnemucca, NV) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: New York City: with northern New Jersey, southwestern Connecticut, and western Long Island (Paperback)

You would think that a hike in New York City would take you from say Central Park to Battery Park along the sidewalks. To my surprise, the Brooks have found all of these hikes within a reasonable distance from the city. As a for instance, the Pelham Bay Park is 2,766 acres in size with 13 miles of shoreline. It's also reachable by public transport. (Take the #6 train followed by the Bx29 bus.) The hiking there is flat, shoreline and all that. Or there's Norvin Green where you'll need sturdy hiking shoes, and find multiple deep-water streams to cross in a 9.3 mile up and down trail. Other hikes include wildlife refuges, state forests, national recreation areas, swamps, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, ocean shores. You can get away from the concrete.

As a book, the layout makes it easy to find things. The overall maps lead you to the general area you may find interesting. The descriptions of each of the 60 hikes includes a description, a detailed map of each, elevation profile, and directions - usually by automobile and public transport. As the back cover says, If you live near NYC, get it.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fine Resouce For NY Area Hikers, November 29, 2004

By	G. J Wiener (Westchester, NY USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: New York City: with northern New Jersey, southwestern Connecticut, and western Long Island (Paperback)

Christopher Brooks surely did his homework in writing 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: New York City: with northern New Jersey, southwestern Connecticut, and western Long Island. The details on the many hikes in the Tri State area are very helpful. One can easily trace around the suggested trails that Brooks provides. Also Brooks adds a little history to many of the recommended trails.

He gives equal emphasis to New Jersey, Connecticut, Long Island, and the Hudson Region. Also a comprehensive index is provided so the reader can easily distinguish flat hikes from vigorous climbs to ones to bring the children on. Every base is covered as this book is a fantastic guide for anyone looking to explore new hiking trails in the New York area.

5.0 out of 5 stars 60 Hikes within 60 miles of NYC, December 13, 2008

By	Lynn Downs "readalot" (Easton, Pa.) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It was a great book, has some wonderful hikes, great directions and good descriptions of the hiking areas.