Hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway

There has never been a better time to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway. This updated edition of Hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway is ideal for anyone who uses the Parkway as a portal to the Southern Appalachian experience. It includes the best trails in the national forests, state parks, and private preserves that line the 469-mile roadwayfrom the southern end of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolinämaking it a single-volume solution for the serious explorer, whether on foot or by car. Look inside to find:. Hikes suited to every ability, from 0. 1-mile nature walks to 13-mile backpacks, with options for longer treks. Accurate directions to both popular and less-traveled trails. Up-to-date trail descriptions and detailed trail maps. Difficulty ratings and elevation gain for each hike. Mileage log for the entire Parkway and a guide to wildflowers. Tips for zero-impact hiking, trail etiquette, and hiking with kids.