Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic: The definitive guide to multiuse trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia - Couverture souple

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy

 
9780899977959: Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic: The definitive guide to multiuse trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia

Synopsis

<b>Explore the best rail-trails—4 states, 57 trails and 1,100 miles—with the official guide</b><p>Looking for a level trail where you can enjoy a brisk fitness walk, bike ride, or stroll with the family? All across the country, unused railroad corridors have been converted to public multiuse trails. Here, the experts from Rails-to-Trails Conservancy present the best of these rail-trails in the Mid-Atlantic region<p> Many rail-trails are paved and run through the most scenic parts of town. Others, such as the 34-mile Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail, travel along dense forests, open fields, and lush waterways. Some explore the area's history, such as Maryland's 13-mile Baltimore and Annapolis Trail. Tour the nation's capital, visit the site of a historic Civil War battle, and enjoy the serenity of the rural countryside along the Mid-Atlantic's many great multiuse trails.<p>In this book, you’ll find:<ul><li><b>Detailed maps for every rail-trail, plus driving directions to trailheads</b></li><li>Icons indicating the activities each trail can accommodate</li><li><b>Succinct descriptions written by rail-trail experts</b></li></ul>“You can now throw away all your self-help books on fighting depression, losing weight, toning muscles, finding something to do with your kids, and learning American history. Just use this guide, find a great trail—and enjoy!”<br>—Peter Harnik, Director, Center for City Park Excellence, Trust for Public Land</p></p></p>

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À propos de l?auteur

The Rails-to-Trails Conservancy is a nation-wide advocacy group whose one great mission is to protect America's irreplaceable rail corridors by transforming them into multi-use trails. They are based in Washington, D.C.

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9780899979373: Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0899979378 ISBN 13 :  9780899979373
Editeur : Wilderness Press, 2018
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