AMC White Mountain Guide, 27th: Hiking Trails in the White Mountain National Forest - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1929173229 ISBN 13: 9781929173228

Publisher: Appalachian Mountain Club, 2003

Synopsis

The bible for hikers since 1907, AMC's White Mountain Guide is the most trusted guide to hiking trails in the White Mountains of New Hampshire and Maine. This latest edition features the most up-to-date descriptions available of more than 500 trails in the White Mountain National Forest. In addition, the guide's summary of easy-to-moderate hikes, list of 4000-footers, plus information on Leave No Trace principles make this guide indispensable for every New Hampshire hiker.
More than just trail descriptions, the 27th edition includes:
*6 pull-out full-color maps created using GPS technology
*distances, times, and elevations
*trip planning
*what to carry
*campgrounds, huts, and shelters
*fire regulations
*backcountry hazards
*White Mountain National Forest information
*extensive information on Mt. Washington, New Hampshire's highest peak

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Since 1907, hikers have relied on the AMC White Mountain Guide as the most comprehensive guide available to the hiking trails of the spectacular White Mountains of New Hampshire and Maine. This revised and updated edition is lighter weight, but still includes everything you've come to expect from this popular guide - detailed trail descriptions, topographic maps, tips on safety and trip planning, and the latest trail data. With more than 500 trail descriptions even the most experienced White Mountain hiker will always find a new path to explore. Whether you're heading out for an easy day hike along the Kancamagus Highway or a week of back-country adventure in the Pemi Wilderness, the AMC White Mountain Guide is an essential addition to your pack.

Review:

If it's not quite gospel, it's darn close. No space is wasted: no photos, and no nonsense. Just reliable and accurate information.  -- National Outdoor Book Award Work of Significance

About this edition

• Publisher: Appalachian Mountain Club
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1929173229
• ISBN 13: 9781929173228
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 585
• Editor: Daniell Gene, Smith Steven D.