Synopses & Reviews
Discover fifty pockets of wilderness bursting with flora and fauna on scenic trails within an hour of Boston. Ideal for families, nature lovers, and hiking enthusiasts, AMC's
Best Day Hikes Near Boston leads explorers to the area's most intersting woodlands, reservations, and nature preserves from the North Shore to Concord and the Lincoln Woods, from the Middlesex Fells to the Blue Hills Reservation, and south to the Cape. This handy guide includes directions, trail maps, photos, and Nature Notes that highlight the natural history of the area, including rare bird species and ancient trees. Each trip description includes a summary of the trip time, distance, and difficulty, plus an icon indicating whether the trail is also good for snowshoeing or cross-country. The guide features appendices covering winter recreation, such as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as local rock climbing and other opportunities for outdoor adventure in the region, making this guide an essential four-season reference for locals and visitors alike.
Special features include:
>Fifty day hikes for all ability levels, ranging from one to eight miles long
>Detailed and accurate trail descriptions
>Locator map and "At-A-Glance" highlights chart for easy trip comparison and planning
>Hiking and safety tips
>Detailed maps showing parking areas, trails, and natural highlights
>Nature Notes about prominent species and unique natural features of each hike
>Photographs of plant and animal life reflecting each trip's hidden wonders
Synopsis
Discover forty scenic trails and a wealth of wildlife within an hour of Boston. This book leads explorers through the area's abundance of woodlands, reservations, and nature preserves. Highlights of the cultural history of the area and detailed descriptions of flora and fauna including rare bird species and ancient trees. Written in a lively, conversational style that's fun to read even off the trail,
Nature Walks North and West of Boston is an essential guide for visitors and locals, new and experienced hikers, and everyone in between who wants to explore the pockets of wilderness and unique reservations hidden close to home.
Special features include:
>More than forty scenic walks for all abilities
>Compact size that fits easily into a backpack or waist pack
>Locator map and "At-A-Glance" highlights chart for easy trip comparison and planning
>Hiking and trail-safety tips
>Detailed maps showing parking areas, trails, and natural highlights
>Difficulty level, prominent species, and unique natural features of each walk
>Photographs of plant and animal life reflecting each trip's hidden wonders
About the Author
Michael Tougias is the author of many books about New England, including
New England Wild Places,
Exploring the Hidden Charles, and
Nature Walks in Central and Western Massachusetts (AMC Books). His writing has also appeared in many newspapers and magazines, including
Outdoor Life,
Field and Stream, and
Country.