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Hike, adventures on foot, [authors Julianna Barnaby [and 21 others] ; project editors Elspeth Beidas, Rachel Laidler ; illustrator Ben Spurrier]

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Hike

[authors Julianna Barnaby [and 21 others] ; project editors Elspeth Beidas, Rachel Laidler ; illustrator Ben Spurrier]

adventures on foot

North America -- Central and South America -- Europe -- Africa and the Middle East -- Asia -- AustralasiaInspirational travel book covering the world's most incredible hiking trails, from straightforward day walks to epic cross-country treks. It's hard to beat the satisfaction of travelling on foot - settling into a steady rhythm, surrounded by incredible scenery, with the freedom to stop wherever takes your fancy. This endlessly rewarding - and sustainable - activity is joyously celebrated in Hike, which reveals 125 of the most scenic and spectacular walking trails across the globe. It's the ultimate inspiration for exploring under your own steam- ramble along coastal paths in Europe, scale soaring mountain peaks in Africa and trek through amber-hued canyons in North America. Compiled by a team of outdoor enthusiasts, this book is packed with ideas for your next hiking trip. Awe-inspiring images and compelling descriptions of each trail will have you itching to get walking, while handy maps, elevation profiles and practical information - including things like distance and total elevation gain - will help you plan the nitty gritty of your trip. We've also included the best places to explore en route as well as suggestions for alternative ways to tackle a trail

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