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50 Hikes in New Jersey : Walks, Hikes, and Backpacking Trips from the Kittatinnies to Cape May
The variety and beauty of the countryside on these 50 hikes may surprise you. From the famous Appalachian Trail, which crosses mountainous northern New Jersey, to the stunning vistas of Palisades State Park; from the 50-mile Batona Trail in the remote and beautiful Pine Barrens to the beaches and salt marshes of Sandy Hook, Cattus Island, and Cape May - New Jersey holds much for the hiker to explore. Discover New Jersey's natural treasures for yourself. The hikes in the guide range from 1.5 to 28 miles in length - gentle nature walks, challenging backpacks for the experienced, and everything in between-and all described for you with care and precision. Driving directions to the trailhead, a clear map, a difficulty rating, and a trail synopsis are included for each. Throughout the text the authors share their knowledge of the human and natural history, geology, and lore of New Jersey.
240 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1988
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June 4, 2008
Ok. Not that anyone may come running to New Jersey for an outdoor experience of the unrivaled sort ;) ...
But. This was truly a great book to have when I first arrived in the state ( we won't say how long ago! ).
Half the cover is gone, and the dogs have now eaten the corners off the poor book... but the important information is still there.
Actually a great series in general no matter what state you happen upon! Will at least get ya going in a general direction and then you can wander from there as you wish ;).
But. This was truly a great book to have when I first arrived in the state ( we won't say how long ago! ).
Half the cover is gone, and the dogs have now eaten the corners off the poor book... but the important information is still there.
Actually a great series in general no matter what state you happen upon! Will at least get ya going in a general direction and then you can wander from there as you wish ;).
January 30, 2011
I purchased this to complement my geocaching adventures. As I traveled about the state seeking boxes in woods, I thought it was good to learn about the known hiking trails available. Of course, back then, I was also looking for new and interesting places to place geocaches too.
It's a fine book, but for those of us in the south of the state, there is not nearly as much covered compared to the northern end.
Each hike is highlighted with a topo map and a couple page description of the area. It's a nice introductory text for hiking around the Garden State.
It's a fine book, but for those of us in the south of the state, there is not nearly as much covered compared to the northern end.
Each hike is highlighted with a topo map and a couple page description of the area. It's a nice introductory text for hiking around the Garden State.
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