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It's Time to Take a Hike in San Antonio! The San Antonio and Austin areas are steeped in history -- San Antonio's Alamo stands as a symbol of Texas' fierce independence, while Austin is recognized as the cradle of Texas statehood. This area is also known for some of the most impressive hiking in the Lone Star State. 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: San Antonio and Austin, by veteran authors Charlie Llewellin and Johnny Molloy, guides readers to the best trails found in the Texas Hill Country, all within easy reach of these two cities. The guide takes you to secluded, low traffic areas as well as those that are more popular and heavily used. The former LBJ Ranch, the Guadalupe River, the Highland Lakes Chain, and the Lost Pines area are just some of the spectacular places covered.With this new edition in the best-selling 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles series, all these visually stunning and ruggedly charming routes are at the traveler's fingertips. This handy guide helps San Antonio and Austin natives get back into nature, with many options right in town. Extensive at-a-glance information makes it easy to choose the perfect hike based on length, difficulty, scenery, or on a specific factor such as hikes good for families, runners, or birding. Each trail profile includes maps, directions, driving times, nearby attractions, and other pertinent details.

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Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Charlotte veteran hikers Jennifer Pharr Davis and Johnny Molloy offer the absolute best hikes in the greater Charlotte area. Each featured trail is perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find outdoor activities close to home. This guide leads you up mountains, over creeks, and through forests to the best outdoor adventures around Charlotte: ·Discover the gorgeous views at Crowders Mountain where Kings Pinnacle rises high above the Charlotte skyline. ·Explore the family-friendly Jetton Park Trail with its beaches, picnic areas, and scenic trails. ·Experience America’s past at the Kings Mountain National Military Park and the Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site. Every chapter includes up-to-date hike specs, a brief hike description, directional cues, and a detailed map.

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Discover 50 of the state’s best campgrounds for car campers, with the guide that offers essential details and easy-to-read maps. The Centennial State provides a spectacular backdrop for some of the most scenic campgrounds in the country. But do you know which campgrounds offer the most privacy or the best lakeside views? Monica Parpal Stockbridge traversed the entire state—from the historic Mesa Verde National Park to the bird watcher’s paradise at Pawnee National Grassland—and compiled the most up-to-date research to steer you to the perfect spot! With Best Tent Camping: Colorado, you’ll always know what to expect. The new full-color edition of this proven guidebook provides everything you need to know. Inside you’ll find: 50 campgrounds in national parks, state parks, and other breathtaking locales, organized into five distinct regions Selections based on location, topography, nearby activities, and overall appeal Detailed maps of each campground and key information such as fees, restrictions, dates of operation, and facilities Driving directions and GPS coordinates Ratings for beauty, privacy, spaciousness, noise level, security, and cleanliness Whether you seek a quiet campground near a fish-filled stream or a family campground with all the amenities, grab Best Tent Camping: Colorado. It's a keeper for all who wish to find those special locales that offer a true connection with nature.

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