Jonah McDonald, Zana Pouncey

Hiking Intown Atlanta's Hidden Forests

Inside and on the Perimeter

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Produktbeschreibung

"Atlanta's hidden forests are among the city's best-kept secrets. In this guidebook, outdoor leaders Jonah McDonald and Zana Pouncey recommend 61 hikes inside and on Atlanta's I-285 perimeter. From well-known forests along Atlanta's Beltline and Chattahoochee River to memorable Constitution Lakes and verdant Cascade Springs, intown Atlanta hiking is your opportunity to experience historical ruins, urban art, original-growth forests, and peaceful nature trails in the city. Ranging from one to six miles, these hikes are suitable for experienced and beginning hikers of all ages. Each route includes maps, complete hiking directions, trailhead location, and even public transit access information. There's no need to drive to the mountains to get out on the trail! Hiking Intown Atlanta's Hidden Forests lets you visit wildlife areas, nature preserves, and historic sites without leaving the city"--

Produktdetails

• Verlag: University of Georgia Press
• Seitenzahl: 432
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781889596433
• ISBN-10: 1889596434
• Artikelnr.: 70735013

Autorenporträt

Jonah McDonald (Author) JONAH McDONALD arrived in Atlanta on foot over two decades ago. After completing his 2,172-mile southbound thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail, he put down roots in Atlanta. Today, he serves as the DeKalb County Park Naturalist at Mason Mill Park. He published the first edition of Hiking Atlanta's Hidden Forests: Intown and Out in 2014. His second book, published in 2020, is titled Secret Atlanta: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure. Jonah is also a storyteller, television host, and tour guide. Jonah loves exploring his city via bicycle, canoe, or foot, and believes that there is a new story to learn and tell around every bend. When he's not already on an adventure, Jonah loves finding a new one. Zana Pouncey (Author) >