Books and Calendars North Carolina Hiking Trails

North Carolina is a hiker�s paradise -- from the sands of Cape Hatteras to the majestic Great Smoky Mountains, thousands of miles of trails run through an extraordinarily beautiful natural landscape. Offers the most comprehensive, authoritative information on trails throughout the entire state, with descriptions of everything from short family walks to long-distance mountain travels, making it an indispensable resource for hikers of all ages, interests, and abilities.This expanded third edition includes: exhaustively revised and updated descriptions of more than 900 trails; clear and concise directions for reaching and following each trail; multicolor folded maps locating trails within the state; exclusive trail notices -- length, difficulty, elevation changes, connecting trails, hazards, history, landmarks, scenery, local wildlife, support facilities, and special features; support organizations and other outdoor resources; appendices listing family day hikes, trails for people with disabilities, and long-distance hiking trails.