Waterfalls of Michigan

Waterfalls of Michigan
Author: Greg Kretovic
Publisher: Best Waterfalls by State
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2018-07
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781591938675

This comprehensive guidebook profiles more than 100 waterfalls in the state of Michigan, all scouted first-hand by expert local photographer Greg Kretovic.

Hike It Baby

Hike It Baby
Author: Shanti Hodges
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2018-06-01
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1493033913

New parents and parents of toddlers face unique challenges when it comes to planning outdoor trips. “Family-friendly trail” is often a misleading phrase, and doesn’t take young children under the age of 5 into consideration, whose safety and comfort require a different perspective. The unpredictable nature of little ones leads many parents to put their adventure dreams on the back burner, missing out on years of meaningful experiences as a family. Hike it Baby presents 100 outdoor adventures across the U.S. that you can take with babies and toddlers (really!), along with everything you need to know about exploring the natural world. Sourced from real families using Hike it Baby’s trail-tested system, this book helps moms and dads get out there in their comfort zone, yet feel like hardcore adventurers! Whether you’ve always wanted to hike part of the Appalachian Trail, splash around in gentle Northwest waterfalls, or scramble up rocks in the desert surrounded by Joshua Trees, this book shows you how to plan a truly memorable journey together.

Best Easy Day Hikes Grand Rapids, Michigan

Best Easy Day Hikes Grand Rapids, Michigan
Author: Kevin Revolinski
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 92
Release: 2012-06-19
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493005103

Best Easy Day Hikes Grand Rapids, Michigan includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty easy-to-follow trails that trek along the dunes of Michigan, follow charming creeks, and disappear into dense pine forests.Look inside for:Casual hikes to full-day adventuresAfter-dinner strolls to full-day hikesHikes for everyone, including families Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail mapsTrail Finder for best hikes for dogs, children, lake lovers, and great views.GPS coordinates

Backpacking in Michigan

Backpacking in Michigan
Author: Jim DuFresne
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2007
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780472032686

The complete and indispensable illustrated guide to long walks, overnight hikes, and wilderness treks in Michigan

Best Hikes Detroit and Ann Arbor

Best Hikes Detroit and Ann Arbor
Author: Matt Forster
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2019-02-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493038419

Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Detroit and Ann Arbor veteran hiker Matt Forster offers the absolute best hikes in the greater Detroit area. Each featured trail is perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find outdoor activities close to home. Every chapter includes up-to-date hike specs, a brief hike description, directional cues, and a detailed map.

Five-Star Trails: Ann Arbor and Detroit

Five-Star Trails: Ann Arbor and Detroit
Author: Greg Tasker
Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2011-07-19
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 089732952X

Each hike features an individual trail map, elevation profile, and at-a-glance information, helping readers quickly find the perfect trip. Sized to fit in a pocket, the book's detailed trail descriptions will help readers find their way on and off the trail. Driving directions and GPS trailhead coordinates will help with navigating the myriad of unnamed roads. The trails covered range from those best suited to the novice, families, experienced hikers, or backpackers.

Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in Michigan: Sixty Walks, Day Trips, and Backpacks in the Lower Peninsula (Third Edition)

Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in Michigan: Sixty Walks, Day Trips, and Backpacks in the Lower Peninsula (Third Edition)
Author: Jim DuFresne
Publisher: The Countryman Press
Total Pages: 600
Release: 2014-05-26
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1581576900

In the this completely revised third edition of the classic hiking guide to Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, noted outdoor writer Jim DuFresne leads hikers on sixty hikes through the state’s unequaled system of national and state parks, natural areas, and wilderness tracts, where the scenery and trails are as varied as anywhere in the country. Hikes range from 1.5 miles to 23 miles, from easy day hikes to extended island backpacking adventures. Complementing the trail descriptions are the most accurate and up-to-date maps available. Hikers will learn where to find the best trailside fishing, birding, and wildlife viewing as well as where to go to find fall colors, spring wildflowers, and undisturbed backcountry camping.

Hiking the West Coast Trail

Hiking the West Coast Trail
Author: Tim Leadem
Publisher: Greystone Books Ltd
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2006
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1553651553

A pocket guide to hiking the West Coast Trail that provides detailed descriptions of the trail, comprehensive trail maps, and tips for hikers of all skill levels.

50 Hikes in Michigan (4th Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes)

50 Hikes in Michigan (4th Edition) (Explorer's 50 Hikes)
Author: Jim DuFresne
Publisher: The Countryman Press
Total Pages: 496
Release: 2019-05-28
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1682683303

Explore the hills, ridges, sand dunes, and breathtaking views of the Great Lake State, one trail at a time Michigan’s Lower Peninsula offers extremely diverse terrain, from beaches that are home to shipwrecks and lighthouses, streams populated with trout, and wildflower and orchid fields to spaces with unusual geological formations, sand dunes, and steep climbs, and beech forests perfect for birding. Each chapter begins with an overview of each hike—the type of hike, total distance, time, difficulty, highlights, maps, and trailhead GPS coordinates. Readers will learn the best way to access the trail, tips and suggestions, and key features to look out for along the way (scenic views, drinking water, rest stops, waterfalls, and old growth trees). Whether readers are setting out in the Sleeping Bear region to observe shipwrecks, open dunes, and beach walking on the South Manitou Island trail, 50 Hikes in Michigan (with 10 bonus hikes!) is the perfect companion.

Best Hikes with Children in Michigan

Best Hikes with Children in Michigan
Author: Jim DuFresne
Publisher:
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2001
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780898864939

-- Offers suggestions for other activities along the trails -- Many trails begin or end near a campground -- Provides trip length, difficulty level, and recommended season for each hike The opportunities in Michigan for short hikes, fun walks, and easy backpacking adventures are almost unlimited. The eighty outings compiled in this book represent a variety of trails and a wide range of physical challenges for children, from easy strolls through the woods to steep climbs up sand dunes. Learn about wildlife and history, too. On the Cherry Island Marsh Trail, for example, have fun spotting a variety of birds, including great blue herons, egrets, bald eagles, ospreys, and migrating hawks. Most of the hikes outlined in this book cover the best scenery Michigan, a state blessed with a treasure of natural jewels, has to offer.