Five-Star Trails: Chattanooga: 40 Spectacular Hikes in and Around the Scenic City

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Author: Molloy, Johnny

Brand: Menasha Ridge Press

Edition: 2

Binding: Paperback

Number Of Pages: 256

Release Date: 03-11-2020

Details: Product Description Discover the Best Hikes in Chattanooga, Tennessee Centered on the banks of the mighty Tennessee River, Chattanooga is flanked to the east by the lofty Southern Appalachian Mountains and to the west by the rugged Cumberland Plateau. So it is within easy reach of an incredible array of hiking destinations. Explore 40 of Chattanooga’s best, five-star trails, divided into six distinct areas in and around the city. With the expert guidance of Tennessee author Johnny Molloy, you’ll take a ramble through the backcountry of the Cohutta Wilderness, a trek to a natural bridge on the Cumberland Plateau, a history-rich stroll along a Civil War battlefield, or a quick escape on a greenway near your home. Book Features: Descriptions of 40 five-star hiking trails for all levels and interests GPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and detailed directions to trailheads Insight into the history, flora, and fauna of the routes Ratings for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for children Lace up, grab your pack, and hit the trail! About the Author Johnny Molloy is an outdoors writer based in Johnson City, Tennessee. Born in Memphis, he moved to Knoxville in 1980 to attend the University of Tennessee (UT). During his college years, he developed a love of the natural world that has since become the primary focus of his life. It all started on a backpacking foray into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. That first trip was a disaster; nevertheless, Johnny discovered an affinity for the outdoors that would lead him to backpack and canoe-camp throughout the United States over the next three decades. Today, he averages nearly 200 nights out per year. After graduating from UT with a degree in economics, Johnny spent an ever-increasing amount of time in the wild, becoming more skilled in a variety of environments. Friends enjoyed his adventure stories; one even suggested that he write a book. He pursued that idea and soon parlayed his love of the outdoors into an occupation. The results of his efforts are more than 50 books. These include hiking, camping, paddling, and other comprehensive guidebooks, as well as books on true outdoor adventures. Johnny has also written for numerous publications and websites, as well as his local paper, the Johnson City Press. He continues to write and travel extensively to all four corners of the United States, exploring a variety of outdoor activities. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Riverwalk at Chickamauga Dam Scenery: 3, Trail Condition: 5, Children: 4, Difficulty: 2, Solitude: 1 GPS Trailhead Coordinates: N35° 6.133' W85° 13.827' Distance & Configuration: 3-mile out-and-back Hiking Time: 1.8 hours Highlights: Tennessee River views, trailside art, fishing, picnicking Elevation: 640' at trailhead, 660' at high point Access: No fees, permits, or passes required Maps: Tennessee Riverpark; USGS East Chattanooga, Chattanooga Facilities: Restroom, benches near trailhead Wheelchair Access: Yes Contacts: Tennessee Riverpark, 423-493-9239, parks.hamiltontn.gov Overview Enjoy a slice of Chattanooga’s nationally renowned greenway―Riverwalk. Start on its eastern end, just below Chickamauga Dam, and walk amid landscaped grounds overlooking the mighty Tennessee River. Along the way, pass through a large greenspace enhanced with outdoor art. Make a little loop through Fishing Park, with its numerous angling piers extending into the water, before returning to Chickamauga Dam. Route Details Chattanooga’s Riverwalk is a nationally acclaimed model not only as an exercise and hiking destination but also as a way to enhance river frontage and gather the community. Its actual name is Tennessee Riverpark, but the term Riverwalk has superseded the original in common nomenclature. In the early 1980s the idea was born to build a linear preserve along the Tennessee River extending from Chickamauga Dam to Lookout Mountain. The original plan was unveiled in 1

EAN: 9781634043052

Package Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches

Languages: English