SynopsisFrom strolling the gentle dunes of Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware to hunting for fossils at Calvert Cliffs in Maryland to curiously ogling the knobby knees of the bald cypress trees in the freshwater swamps at First Landing State Park in Virginia, there's a lot to love about the easy-going coastal trails in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. ......, From strolling the gentle dunes of Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware to hunting for fossils at Calvert Cliffs in Maryland to curiously ogling the knobby knees of the bald cypress trees in the freshwater swamps at First Landing State Park in Virginia, there's a lot to love about the easy-going coastal trails in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. This book covers 50 hikes in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia with hike sections divided by state. Readers will meet wild ponies on the Island Nature Trail in Chincoteague, Virginia and hike to the 35-foot-tall Turkey Point Lighthouse that dates back to 1833 at Elk Neck State Park in Maryland for inspiring views across the Chesapeake Bay from atop a 100-foot-bluff. Hikes will highlight birding and wildlife viewing hotspots, local history and heritage, and bucket-list outdoor gems., Dream It Hiking Coastal Trails of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia features concise descriptions and detailed maps for 50 scenic hikes in the coastal Mid-Atlantic region. Plan It Hiking Coastal Trails of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia provides tips, advice, and information needed to plan an enjoyable coastal hike: Diverse and engaging hikes across the coastal region, Full-color photos and maps, detailed trail descriptions, and trailhead GPS, Time-saving hike overviews and details on distance, difficulty, terrain, and trail amenities, Do It The coastal Mid-Atlantic region is home to tidal marshes, sparkling bays, verdant wetlands, sandy beaches, and gigantic sandstone cliffs. This guide describes easy hikes for all levels that will give readers reason to take a break from the beach. Find hikes that engage with migratory birds, historic lighthouses, and sandy coastline. Experience diverse terrain that keeps hikes interesting without hindering overall accessibility. Take it all in, whether savoring a colorful sunset or splashing on a swimming beach. Meet Your Local Expert Erin Gifford is a hiker, a writer, and a mother of four children. She enjoys road trips, national parks, backpacking, and running half-marathons. Find her at www.eringifford.com. Let Falcon be Your Guide Falcon is the premier publisher of outdoor recreation guidebooks in North America. Written by and for outdoor enthusiasts, these guides not only provide you with the skills you need but also take you along with our authoritative local experts on these experiences of a lifetime. Book jacket., From strolling the gentle dunes of Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware to hunting for fossils at Calvert Cliffs in Maryland to curiously ogling the knobby knees of the bald cypress trees in the freshwater swamps at First Landing State Park in Virginia, there's a lot to love about the easy-going coastal trails in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. This book will cover 50 hikes in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia with hike sections divided by state. Readers will meet wild ponies on the Island Nature Trail in Chincoteague, Virginia and hike to the 35-foot-tall Turkey Point Lighthouse that dates back to 1833 at Elk Neck State Park in Maryland for inspiring views across the Chesapeake Bay from atop a 100-foot-bluff. Hikes will highlight birding and wildlife viewing hotspots, local history and heritage, and bucket-list outdoor gems.
LC Classification NumberGV199.42.D428G54