For this updated edition of the classic Parkway trail guide, Leonard Adkins has rehiked many of the trails, reworked the descriptions of their physical features, added new trails, and deleted trails that have closed. The book includes hikes for every skill and interest level, from five-minute "leg-stretchers" to overnight hikes. In addition to trail length and difficulty, Adkins notes points of interest and natural features to be found along each trail."We value the detailed and well-organized information contained in Adkins's book and consider it a fine asset for our visitors. It provides the most complete information on our trail system, and our trail planners refer to it regularly. We know it provides reliable information.--Larry Hultquist, Blue Ridge Parkway Resident Landscape Architect "A model of what a guide for hikers and backpackers ought to be.--Rock Hill Herald

Walking the Blue Ridge: A Guide to the Trails of the Blue Ridge Parkway

Travel

Leonard M. Adkins

United States

The University of North Carolina

A new edition of a popular hiking guide to one of the most pristine mountain regions of the east. From the rugged summits of the Allegheny Mountains to the gentle shores of the Chesapeake Bay, the portion of Virginia that falls north of US 60 has some of the most varied hiking terrain in the Middle Atlantic states. Leonard Adkins, an experienced hiker and outdoor educator, has walked more than 360 miles of the region's most popular trails for this updated second edition. There's a hike here for everyone, regardless of experience or interest. Ranging from pleasant strolls over the coastal plain to challenging, multi-day mountain backpacking trips, these trails pass overgrown breastworks from the Civil War, meander through grassy meadows, and traverse ridgelines of the Blue Ridge and Massanutten mountains. An overview chart at the beginning of the book provides information on the 50 hikes at a glance. Each hike description includes directions to the trailhead, a detailed account of the route, a topographic map, and entertaining asides on historical and natural points of interest.

50 Hikes in Northern Virginia: Walks, Hikes, and Backpacks from the Alleghany Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay, Second Edition

Sports & Outdoors

Hiking & Camping

Countryman Press

A new hiking guide to the enormous variety of terrain to be found in southern Virginia—coastal plain, tidewater, piedmont, mountains, and river valleys. Leonard Adkins is your guide to the incredible variety of terrain to be found in southern Virginia, from sea level on the Atlantic Coast to the highest peak in the western mountains. Here you'll find hikes on sandy beaches, into dark swamps, beside rushing rivers, through open meadows, to historic sites and Civil War battlefields, and to alpine zones, mountain crests, and hidden valleys. Adkins covers the most popular hiking destinations in the region, but also leads you to little-known, out-of-the-way trails where crowds are at a minimum. An overview chart provides information on the trips at a glance and makes it easy to pick a hike. Each hike description includes a topographic map, information on distance, difficulty, and rise, and a detailed route description. Adkins also provides information on the human and natural history you will encounter on the trail, with details and insights into the lives of the state's plants and animals. 40 black and white photographs • 51 maps • Index

50 Hikes in Southern Virginia: From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean, First Edition

Reference

This complete guide introduces readers to the history and culture of Maryland, as well as recommending hundreds of things to see and do, and places to eat and stay. 
History is around every curve in the road in Maryland. From the bustling streets of Baltimore to the Annapolis waterfront, from the western mountains to Chesapeake Bay and the barrier islands, Maryland offers dozens of appealing travel destinations. Curious travelers will find a knowledgeable guide in Leonard Adkins, who has journeyed the length and breadth of the state to recommend the best historic sites, attractions, and activities. In addition he has sifted through thousands of options to point out the most appealing restaurants, B&amp;Bs, and inns and hotels. Features include: • Hundreds of dining recommendations, from soft-shell crabs to four-star cuisine • Opinionated listings of inns, B&amp;Bs, hotels, and vacation cottages • 15 up-to-date regional and downtown maps • Calendar guides to annual events and celebrations • An alphabetical "what's where" guide for trip planning • Handy icons point out places that offer best value, cater to families, welcome pets, and provide handicapped access • New Explorer's Guide interior design is more user-friendly and features more photographs than ever • New sidebars highlight places of particular interest • 60 black and white photographs

Maryland: An Explorer's Guide, First Edition

Best of the Appalachian Trail: Day Hikes

Logue, Victoria

Logue, Frank

Menasha Ridge Press

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