Hiking Alabama, 2nd A Guide to Alabama's Greatest Hiking Adventures

by Cuhaj, Joe

• ISBN13: 9780762711024
• ISBN10: 0762711027
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-11-01
• Publisher: FalconGuides

Summary

The premier guide to over 48 of the greatest hikes in the state. This one-of-a-kind guide to the "State of Surprises" takes hikers to the summits of the last of the Appalachian Mountain chain, the deep and wild canyons and rivers of Central Alabama, and the pristine white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Walk along the beaches of Gulf Shores with a variety of endangered species of wildlife, visit towering waterfalls at the Sipsey Wilderness, climb the rocky cliffs of the highest mountain in the state, Cheaha Mountain. Hiking Alabama takes readers to these and many more of the state's hidden hiking destinations, giving them a most unique look into the state's history, culture, and its incredible beauty. Inside hikers will find: detailed maps, accurate route profiles showing the ups and downs of each hike, tips on equipment, trip planning, hiking with dogs and children, accurate directions, difficulty ratings, trail contacts, and more.

Author Biography

Joe Cuhaj is a full-time systems programmer for a local company, but finds frequent visits to area wildlife refuges, wetlands, and Oak Mountain State Park solace from the keyboard. In addition, he is the author of Paddling Alabama (Falcon, 2002). He lives in Daphne, Alabama with his wife Maggie, and daughter Kellie.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. vii
How to Use This Book	p. viii
How to Use These Maps	p. ix
Map Legend	p. x
Introduction	p. 1
Alabama Flora and Fauna	p. 2
Alabama Weather	p. 3
Alabama Wilderness Restrictions/Regulations	p. 4
Getting around Alabama	p. 5
Gulf Coast
Introduction and Map	p. 7
Pine Beach Trail	p. 9
Weeks Bay Nature Trail	p. 14
USS Alabama Historical Trail	p. 19
In Addition: Back to the Future in Mobile	p. 27
Cemetery Trail	p. 29
CCC Trail	p. 35
Gazebo Trail	p. 40
Redoubt Trail Loop	p. 46
Mound Island Canoe Trail	p. 52
Jeff Friend Trail	p. 60
Honorable Mentions	p. 65
Black Willow Trail--Meaher State Park	p. 65
Nature Trails of Gulf State Park	p. 66
Beach Loop Trail--Chickasabogue Park	p. 67
Roland Cooper State Park	p. 68
Southeast Alabama
Introduction and Map	p. 69
Open Pond Trail	p. 71
Five Runs Loop Trail	p. 77
North Loop Trail	p. 84
Conecuh Trail	p. 90
Chattahoochee Trail	p. 96
Wildlife Drive	p. 101
Honorable Mentions	p. 107
Frank Jackson State Park	p. 107
Eufaula Wildlife Refuge Nature Trail	p. 108
Central Alabama
Introduction and Map	p. 109
Bartram National Recreational Trail	p. 111
Horseshoe Bend Trail	p. 117
Tannehill Historic Trail	p. 123
Blue Trail (South Rim Trail)	p. 129
White Trail (Shackleford Point Trail)	p. 134
Yellow Trail (Foothills Trail)	p. 140
Green Trail (Peavine Falls Trail)	p. 145
Flagg Mountain Trail	p. 151
Chinnabee Silent Trail	p. 158
Skyway Loop Trail	p. 164
Rock Garden Trail	p. 171
Nubbin Creek Trail	p. 176
Cave Creek Trail	p. 181
In Addition: The Appalachian Trail and Beyond	p. 186
Odum Scout Trail	p. 189
Honorable Mentions	p. 195
Talladega National Forest--Oakmulgee Unit	p. 195
Red Trail--Oak Mountain State Park	p. 195
Treetop Trail--Oak Mountain State Park	p. 196
Bald Rock Trail--Cheaha State Park	p. 197
Rickwood Cavern State Park	p. 198
Northern Alabama
Introduction and Map	p. 201
Bee Branch Trail	p. 203
Trail 200 (Borden Creek Trail)	p. 209
Trail 201 (Magnolia Trail)	p. 215
Trail 209 (Sipsey Fork Trail)	p. 221
Rainbow Mountain Loop Trail	p. 227
Plateau Loop Trail	p. 233
McKay Hollow Trail	p. 241
Stone Cuts Trail	p. 246
Mountain Mist Trail	p. 253
Land Trust Loop	p. 260
Lickskillet Trail	p. 266
Cascade Loop Trail	p. 272
Tom Bevill Interpretive Trail	p. 278
In Addition: A State of Perpetual Motion	p. 284
Cutchenmine Trail	p. 285
Camp Road	p. 290
Point Rock Trail	p. 295
Eberhart Trail	p. 300
Rhododendron Trail	p. 305
DeSoto Scout Trail	p. 311
Lost Falls Trail	p. 317
Russell Cave Trail	p. 322
Honorable Mentions	p. 328
Dismals Canyon	p. 328
Black Warrior Horse Trails--Bankhead National Forest	p. 329
Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge	p. 329
Old Railroad Bed Trail--Land Trust of Huntsville	p. 330
The Chief Ladiga Rail-Trail	p. 331
Ruffner Mountain Nature Center	p. 331
The Art of Hiking	p. 333
Trail Etiquette	p. 333
Getting into Shape	p. 334
Preparedness	p. 334
First Aid	p. 337
Natural Hazards	p. 342
Navigation	p. 343
Trip Planning	p. 345
Equipment	p. 346
Hiking with Children	p. 349
Hiking with Your Dog	p. 350
Contact Info	p. 354
General State Information	p. 354
State Government Organizations	p. 354
State Hiking and Outdoor Clubs and Organizations	p. 355
National Hiking and Outdoor Organizations	p. 357
About the Author	p. 358
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