| Title | : | 50 Hikes in Wisconsin (Explorer's 50 Hikes) |
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| ISBN | : | 1682680908 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9781682680902 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 272 |
| Publication | : | Published August 8, 2017 |
You’ll be taken deep into the woods of Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest and to the breathtaking bluffs of Devil’s Lake State Park. Each trail is different, but all have been chosen for the great experiences they offer―whether in summer or in winter. In June, take in the beautiful sights and scents of the wildflowers in Nashotah Park. Then come back during December to snowshoe and cross-country ski across the trails that are open in the winter. With 50 Hikes in Wisconsin in tow, you’re sure to have the journey of a lifetime.
100 color photographs and 10 maps
50 Hikes in Wisconsin (Explorer's 50 Hikes) Reviews
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Two staff members wrote reviews for this book. Enjoy!
Review(s) originally published June 2008 and June 2019
Ashley's review:
50 Hikes in Wisconsin by John and Ellen Morgan is a great hiking guide. The book starts out with an introduction that includes how to use the book, maps, vehicle permits and camping, and hiking gear, hazards, and etiquette.
The book divides the state into regions and then each region has some trail options. For each trail, the author discusses the trail distance and hiking time, how to get to the trail, and then information about the trail itself.
Hiking Wisconsin by Martin Hintz is a great book if you are looking for a shorter hike. The book is divided into four different sections of the state. In each section, trails are described with information about the trails and any points of interest.
If you would like to check out or reserve any of these titles, stop into your favorite location of the La Crosse County Library in Bangor, Campbell, Holmen, Onalaska, or West Salem or visit us on the web at
www.lacrossecountylibrary.org. Also, look for us on Facebook for upcoming events.
Paula's review:
Wisconsin is an outdoor person’s paradise, with rivers, lakes, forests, prairies and beaches around every corner! The book 50 Hikes in Wisconsin by John and Ellen Morgan is just the book you need to find the trail that is suited to your needs.
The authors wrote:
* a book that represents trails all across the state
* a book with trails that will get you huffing and puffing and sweaty
* a book with trails that would be worth visiting more than once
* a book that offers information about the natural features you will be hiking past
* and most importantly, a book with trails that are only loop trails!
In this book, you will find a range of trails with a range of difficulty. The trails themselves are found in 33 different counties.
They include hikes in:
* state parks, forests, and recreation areas
* county parks
* city parks, nonprofit conservancies and sanctuaries
* university arboreta
* national forests
* areas administered by the National Park Service, including a national lakeshore and parts of the Ice Age and North Country Trails
* Two of the trails are found on remote islands, unpopulated during the colder months and accessible only by boat or passenger ferry during the warmer months.
Each chapter includes basic information on the hike itself including:
* location
* distance
* approximate time to hike the trail
* a difficulty rating ranging from 1 to 5 (5 being very difficult)
* a topographic map
* an overview of the trail, including natural history and historical information about the area
* a step-by-step walk-through of the trail itself that gives information on footing, terrain, and scenery
I was intrigued by the book, so my family and I decided to hike some of the trails recommended. We chose Jersey Valley County Park for our first hike. Unfortunately, the lake was drained, I believe due to contamination. A stream does run through the basin and we saw a few ducks and an egret. Our dogs scared up a turkey on the trail. We enjoyed the hike, due to the beauty of the area and the solitude.
For our second hike, we chose Wildcat State Park. The authors tell that it was deep in the heart of the coulees and hills of the Kickapoo River Valley that ginseng grew in wild abundance throughout much of the 20th century. Thus, when Edna and Edward Lord showed up at Wildcat Mountain to escape lung problems in the city, ginseng turned out to be just what the doctor ordered.
The Old Settler’s Trail is fun and diverse. The forest of red pines you hike through is very unique. The day was windy and the tops of the pine trees were weaving and creaking, while the rest of the forest was quiet.
50 Hikes in Wisconsin is a must-read for those who like to hike or if you just want to step out of the rat race for awhile and enjoy some peace and quiet. The natural history and historical information for each area is very interesting, and the step-by-step walk-through of the trail is accurate and helpful.
Check out our five county branches in Bangor, Campbell, Holmen, Onalaska, and West Salem for more books on hiking and other ways that you can enjoy the great outdoors this summer.
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A well-organized book with solid trail descriptions; I've done almost every hike in it. Of course, Wisconsin has thousands of hiking trails, so this is just a snapshot of the state. If driving through the state or if you're looking for a guide to give you day trip ideas, this is a great volume. I prefer hiking guides that give you a detailed sense of an area's natural wonders, its wildlife, geology and history so that I can immerse myself in a region and truly come to understand it, and this isn't that guide. Still, I can't find a darn thing wrong with any of the trail descriptions or maps, so kudos to the author for their hard work to ensure accuracy.
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A well-organized book with solid trail descriptions; I've done almost every hike in it. Of course, Wisconsin has thousands of hiking trails, so this is just a snapshot of the state. If driving through the state or if you're looking for a guide to give you day trip ideas, this is a great volume. I prefer hiking guides that give you a detailed sense of an area's natural wonders, its wildlife, geology and history so that I can immerse myself in a region and truly come to understand it, and this isn't that guide. Still, I can't find a darn thing wrong with any of the trail descriptions or maps, so kudos to the author for their hard work to ensure accuracy.
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An excellent guide. The authors actually go through and walk the trails every few years to update their work... what they describe is as current as possible. They provide detailed information that is often missing elsewhere such as elevation changes and notes about more interesting or hazardous aspects of the trails in question, as well as information to guide the reader through a specific hike along various trail options in the parks that will give the best experience and views.
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I read an earlier edition of this book. For that review, I wrote: This was recommended by a friend, and I'm glad they did. It's like a smorgasbord of Wisconsin's greatest hikes. It's nicely organized by area, which makes planning for day tripping easier. I read an older version of this edition and didn't notice any significant changes between the three versions other than the cover on one of them.
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This was recommended by a friend, and I'm glad they did. It's like a smorgasbord of Wisconsin's greatest hikes. It's nicely organized by area, which makes planning for day tripping easier. I read an older version of this edition and didn't notice any significant changes between the two versions other than the cover.
