Hiking Trails of the Smokies [Paperback]

Great Smoky Mountains Natural History Association Staff (Author), Ben (illustrator) Hillman (Illustrator)

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Great Smoky Mountains; First Thus edition (1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0937207152
• ISBN-13: 978-0937207154
• Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 4.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #66,959 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #82 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Hiking & Camping > Excursion Guides

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for those who love to hike in the Smokies., July 8, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Hiking Trails of the Smokies (Paperback)

This book is all you will ever need for any existing hiking trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It details hundreds of trails and includes a trail map of the park. Each trail description is highlighted with an altitude profile that shows elevation changes over mileage. The profile also pinpoints junctions with trailheads, scenic areas, or other landmarks. The book is lightweight so it is easily carried in a pack and it is a bargain for the information it contains.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for short or overnight hikes in the Smokies., June 26, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Hiking Trails of the Smokies (Paperback)

This is an excellent reference book for hiking trails in the Smokies. All maintained trails are listed and a description of the trail is given by qualified personnel. The length of the trail, highlights (i.e., interesting features), cautions (i.e., steam crossings, poisonous plants,hunting area), map key, use (horse or hiking), and directions on how to get to the trailhead. Very good book for beginners or experienced hikers. The book is compact and easily fits in a daypack for reference along the trail: also comes with a trail guide map of the Smokies. I like the book because maps are included of each trail showing elevation changes in the trail and a precise description of the trail outlining junctions with other trails, stream crossings, and historic features of the trail.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Most comprehensive book on trails in the Smokies, December 1, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Hiking Trails of the Smokies (Paperback)

I have several books on the trails in the Smokies, but this is by far the most comprehensive in terms of the number of trails covered and the information covered on each trail. A "must have" for anyone planning a hiking trip in the Smokies. The trail profiles are great.