HIKING THE CAROLINA MOUNTAINS--The mountains of western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina are a hiker's paradise. Thousands of miles of trails rich with human history and some of the greatest biological diversity in the world. This guide includes 57 day hikes ranging in length from 2 to 12 miles. Contains everything you need to know to get out and hike: maps and detailed directions, mileage, elevation gain, trail highlights, fees and hiking regulations, films and novels set in each location, and more. Covers the Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pisgah & Nantahala National Forests, and much more.
