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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 roadway - from the southern end of Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina - making 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 treksAccurate directions to both popular and less-traveled trailsUp-to-date trail descriptions and detailed trail mapsDifficulty ratings and elevation gain for each hikeMileage log for the entire Parkway and a guide to wildflowersTips for zero-impact hiking, trail etiquette, and hiking with kids



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