The Mountains-to-Sea Trail is an 1,175-mile destination trail that crosses North Carolina from Clingmans Dome in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Jockey's Ridge State Park on the Outer Banks. It traverses 37 counties, 7 national parks and forests, and nearly a dozen state parks and historic sites. This is the first-ever guide to day hikes along the crown jewel of North Carolina foot trails. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or new to the outdoors, this official guide from Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail is your go-to companion for exploring all the trail has to offer, showcasing everything from scenic mountain vistas to surprising escapes in the state's Piedmont region and the wonders of coastal plain pocosins.

Features include: 40 hikes carefully chosen to appeal to hikers of all experience levels; Helpful hike finder feature to identify the perfect hikes for birding, waterfalls, history, universal accessibility, and more; Turn-by-turn guidance and key points of interest for each hike; Full-color maps and photographs; Helpful information about the trail's history and ongoing development.

About the Author
Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail is a nonprofit organization that brings together communities and volunteers to build, maintain, and improve the Mountains-to-Sea Trail.

Jim Grode is the trail resource manager for Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail.


Book Information
ISBN 9781469654850
Author Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail
Format Paperback
Page Count 248
Imprint The University of North Carolina Press
Publisher The University of North Carolina Press