 | 50 Hikes in Minnesota
Day Hikes from Forest to Prairie to River Bluff
Gwen Ruff & Ben Woit
This all-new hiking guide covers Minnesota's distinct areas of terrain and habitatthe northern arboreal forests, the western prairies, the deciduous forests, and the southeastern Mississippi River bluffs. These diverse areas offer a wide variety of hiking experiences, flora and fauna, and spectacular vistas.
Ranging from easy walks of several miles to daylong outings, these hikes take advantage of Minnesota's extensive and well-maintained state and national parks. Bonus destinations of historical importance or scenic value also are described. Each chapter includes driving directions to the trailhead, a topographic map, trail mileage and estimated hiking time, a trail description with safety notes, and stories of the human, natural, and geological history you'll encounter along the way.

$16.95 (Can. $25.00)
0-88150-622-2
6 x 9, 256 pages (est.), Paperback,
50 B&W photographs, 51 maps, Index
June 2005
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