| Lexington, Blue Ridge MTS Map [George Washington and Jefferson National Forests] Contributor(s): National Geographic Maps - Trails Illust (Author) |
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ISBN: 1566953804 ISBN-13: 9781566953801 Publisher: National Geographic Maps OUR PRICE: $13.46 Product Type: Folded Published: January 2020 |
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| BISAC Categories: - Travel | Maps & Road Atlases (see Also Reference - Atlases, Gazetteers & Maps) - Travel | United States - South - South Atlantic (dc, De, Fl, Ga, Md, Nc, Sc, Va, Wv) - Travel | Special Interest - Hikes & Walks |
| Series: National Geographic Maps: Trails Illustrated |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 4.1" W x 9" (0.40 lbs) 2 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: - Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Topographic Map Outdoor enthusiasts seeking to enjoy the endless recreational opportunities in the mountains of Virginia will find National Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of Lexington and Blue Ridge Mountains a comprehensive guide to the region. Expertly researched and created in cooperation with the National Park Service, U.S. Forest Service and others, the map covers the area around the eastern part of George Washington and Jefferson National Forests from Waynesboro in the northeast to the outskirts of Roanoke in the southwest. It provides unmatched detail of the such popular recreation areas as Saint Mary's, The Priest, Three Ridges, Thunder Ridge and James River Face Wilderness Areas, Mount Pleasant National Scenic Area, Peaks of Otter and James River. The Blue Ridge Parkway, known for its stunning scenery, is shown with mileage markers, roadside pullouts and parking areas. Use the maps activity and trail guides to help you find a suitable area for exploration, according to your interests and activity level. Each trail is listed with its location, mileage, difficulty rating, blaze color and permitted usage. Trails appear color-coded on the map according to designated use, whether hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding or ATVing. The Appalachian Trail that highlights the area is marked along with its scenic overlooks and backcountry shelters. Other recreation features and facilities pinpointed on the map include campgrounds, alpine skiing areas, fishing and swimming holes, river access points, picnic areas and restrooms. Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on Backcountry Tough waterproof, tear-resistant paper. A full UTM grid is printed on the map to aid with GPS navigation. Other features found on this map include: Blue Ridge, George Washington National Forest, Horseshoe Mountain, James River Face Wilderness, Jefferson National Forest, Peaks of Otter, Saint Mary's Wilderness.
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Contributor Bio(s): National Geographic Maps - Trails Illustrated: - Founded in 1915 as the Cartographic Group, the first division of National Geographic, National Geographic Maps has been responsible for illustrating the world around us through the art and science of mapmaking.Today, National Geographic Maps continues this mission by creating the world's best wall maps, recreation maps, atlases, and globes which inspire people to care about and explore their world. |