50 hikes on Michigan & Wisconsin's North Country Trail : Michigan & Wisconsin

Countryman Press, 2016. — 297 p. — ISBN-10: 1581572255. — ISBN-13: 978-1581572254. — Series: Explorer's 50 Hikes Challenging hikes to the precipices of dramatic cliffs, gentle walks to breathtaking waterfalls, and satisfying rambles to geological formations that reveal millions of years of natural history. In the same class as the Appalachian Trail, the North Country National Scenic Trail is over twice as long as its older cousin. 50 Hikes on Michigan & Wisconsin's North Country Trail is a guidebook for both the day hiker and the long-distance backpacker. With full-color maps and elevation profiles, it covers the certified trail on the ground as well as portions yet to be certified in adjoining states. Included are resources for long-distance backpackers to help them connect trail segments and find local services, as well as mileage charts and other valuable information. Nearly 1,000 miles of trail and connecting routes are covered. Challenging hikes to the precipices of dramatic cliffs, gentle walks to breathtaking waterfalls, and satisfying rambles to geological formations that reveal millions of years of natural history.In the same class as the Appalachian Trail, the North Country National Scenic Trail is over twice as long as its older cousin. Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes On and Around the North Country Trail: Michigan & Wisconsin is a guidebook for both the day hiker and the long-distance backpacker. With full-color maps and elevation profiles, it covers the certified trail on the ground as well as portions yet to be certified in adjoining states. Included are resources for long-distance backpackers to help them connect trail segments and find local services, as well as mileage charts and other valuable information. Nearly 1,000 miles of trail and connecting routes are covered. "In the same class as the Appalachian Trail, the North Country National Scenic Trail is over twice as long as its older cousin, stretching from Upstate New York to North Dakota. But some of the most beautiful and scenic spots lie in Michigan and Wisconsin. 50 Hikes on Michigan & Wisconsin's North Country Trail is a guidebook for both the day hiker and the long-distance back-packer. With full-color maps and elevation profiles, it covers nearly 1,000 miles of trail and connecting routes. As with all the books in the 50 Hikes series, you'll find clear and concise directions, easy-to-follow maps, and expert tips for enjoying what each hike has to offer -- whether it's staggering cliffs, rushing rapids, lush foliage, or serene lakes."--Back cover