Author: Ann Simpson Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1493067249 Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 257
Book Description
This field guide dedicated to wildlife of Shenandoah National Park is an information-packed book that introduces park visitors to animals, plants, insects and more that reside in the Shenandoah Valley in a colorful, easy-to-use package. Including full-color photos and easy-to-understand descriptions and with full cooperation from the park association, this book will appeal to the 1.1 million visitors who travel to Shenandoah every year.
Author: John A. Conners Publisher: ISBN: Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 228
Book Description
Shenandoah National Park, one of America's most frequently visited national parks, lies astride the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. In this book, John Conners, an environmental geologist, identifies, describes and explains many of the important contributions of geology, geomorphology, weather, climate, flora, fauna and human history to the Shenandoah landscape. One chapter is devoted to contemporary environmental problems in the Park. A comprehensive road log to Skyline Drive, which passes the length of Shenandoah, guides the visitor to sites of scientific and historic significance and to the more important hiking trails in the Park.
Author: Robert C. Gildart Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1493016857 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 265
Book Description
Completely updated, this edition provides detailed descriptions and maps of the best hikes in the park. From easy day hikes to strenuous backpacking trips, this guide will provide readers with all the latest information they need to plan virtually any type of hiking adventure in the park.
Author: Larry Brown Publisher: ISBN: 9780578754314 Category : Languages : en Pages : 66
Book Description
A reference to 36 waterfalls found along and off the trails within the 3 districts of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia. This guide provides 50+ full color photos plus hiking details for each waterfall. The starting points for all listed waterfalls are at trailheads located along the Skyline Drive, which makes it ideal for both new and infrequent park visitors to find these Shenandoah gems. The waterfalls referenced in this guide are listed in order of their location from north to south along the Skyline Drive, beginning in the North District at mile marker 0, continuing through the Central District, and ending in the South District at mile marker 105. The use of a handheld GPS device is highly recommended for any off-trail trekking to waterfalls included in this guide.
Author: Jennifer Adach Publisher: AMC's Best Day Hikes ISBN: 9781628421071 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 272
Book Description
One of the most iconic American regions, the Shenandoah Valley has served as a home to presidents, a cradle of colonial America, a battleground during the Civil War, and a crucible for the United States' recovery from the Great Depression. It's also a lush, dramatic, ruggedly beautiful area, with access for hikers of all skill levels to see the landscapes close up that shaped our nation's history. Whether you're an avid backpacker or you seek adventure in your own backyard, this must-have resource covers the entirety of the Shenandoah Valley, with 50 curated hiking routes exploring Harpers Ferry, Shenandoah National Park, Massanutten Mountain, and more. Hikes range from easy walks of a few miles with little elevation gain to more demanding treks through challenging terrain.An at-a-glance trip planner highlights the best options near public transportation, as well as those for kids, dogs, and winter snowshoeing. With GPS coordinates for every trailhead, turn-by-turn directions, and information on time, distance, and difficulty for each hike, as well as enriching essays about the area's natural and social history, this is your quintessential guide to uncovering and exploring the hidden gems of a sprawling and historic wilderness. Inside You'll Find:·50 recommended hikes for all ability levels and seasons·At-a-glance trip planner to help you find the trip that's right for you·Detailed maps showing parking areas, trails, and natural highlights·Summaries of time, distance, and difficulty level for each trail·GPS coordinates for every trailhead·Hiking and safety tips, including advice on what to carry in your pack·Essays on the nature and history of the regionALSO AVAILABLEBest Day Hikes near Washington, D.C.: Four-Season Guide to 50 of the Best Trails in Maryland, Virginia & the Nation's Capital, 2nd Edition, by Beth Homicz and Annie EddyISBN-13: 978-1-62842-037-1Quiet Water Mid-Atlantic: AMC's Canoe and Kayak Guide to the Best Ponds, Lakes, and Easy Rivers, from Pennsylvania to Virginia, by Rachel CooperISBN-13: 978-1-62842-087-6AMC's Best Day Hikes in New Jersey: Four-Season Guide to 50 of the Best Trails in the Garden State, from the Skylands to the Shore, by Priscilla EstesISBN: 978-1-62842-081-4