Hiking Illinois

Susan L. Post

• Publisher: Human Kinetics
• Year: 2009
• Print ISBN: 9780736074742
• eBook ISBN: 9781492583950
• Edition: 2

Hiking Illinois is your complete guide to 107 of the most scenic day hikes within the Land of Lincoln. No matter what region you wish to explore or how easy or hard a trek you want, this handy guide will lead you to the right trail.

In this one-of-a-kind resource, you'll find the following features:

• Detailed descriptions of every hike, in every region, including special points of interest, estimated hiking time and distance, and difficulty ratings for each trail
• Phone numbers and Web sites, park hours and rules, and available facilities for 60 of the state's most scenic sites
• Easy-to-read maps for every park and trail to help you navigate your hike and locate landmarks and other points of interest
• A convenient trail finder that provides a summary of each trail's features and available facilities

Hiking Illinois brings to life the history, terrain, flora, and fauna of each area. And the descriptions of nearby recreational and sightseeing destinations ensure you won't miss anything on your trip. Hiking Illinois is your guide to enjoying the great outdoors!

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title
• Copyright
• Contents
• Acknowledgments
• How to Use This Book
• Trail Finder
• Illinois
• North
• Central
• South