The 5th edition of Hikes in the Washington Region
describes half-day hikes within a 40-mile radius of the Zero Milestone in downtown Washington, D.C..
- Authors: Philip J. Stone and William E. Hutchinson
- Softcover booklet; 134 pages; two-color maps and black-and-white photographs
- Potomac Appalachian Trail Club; copyright 2009
- Measures 4 x 7 in.
- Describes most hiking areas open to the public, but does not describe trails as such, rather representative hikes using one or multiple trails
- Material is arranged by stream valleys
- In each section there is a general description discussing geographical, natural and historical aspects of the basin followed by descriptions of hikes
- Travel directions to trailhead, detailed descriptions of the walks cite points of interests and give distances between landmarks
- Alternative routes, side trips and connections to other trails are often noted
The trails described in this guide are not necessarily maintained in accordance with PATC standards; some utilize PATC trails and many of the others are completely unmarked or have blazes or symbols that have not been renewed in many years.
Made in USA.
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