The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains : An Explorer's Guide (Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains : An Explorer's Guide)

Hargan, Jim

ISBN 10: 088150484X / ISBN 13: 9780881504842

Published by Countryman Press, 2002

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains : An Explorer's Guide (Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains : An Explorer's Guide)
• Publisher: Countryman Press
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 088150484X
• ISBN 13: 9780881504842
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This newest addition to the Explorer's Guide series showcases the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains regions of North Carolina and Tennessee, one of the most popular vacation destinations in the United States. Professional travel writer and photographer Jim Hargan, a longtime resident of western North Carolina, is your guide to the hills and back roads of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains region of North Carolina and Tennessee. Hargan reveals where to find local produce, crafts, and music, and leads you to the region's many historic homes and museums. He recommends scenic drives along the Blue Ridge Parkway and gentle walks in the mountains; outdoor activities from whitewater rafting to bicycling to hiking the Appalachian Trail; and distinctive dining, lodging, and shopping opportunities. Features include: • Hundreds of dining and lodging reviews, from barbecue joints to four-star cuisine • Opinionated listings of inns, B&Bs, hotels, and vacation cottages • 22 up-to-date regional maps • Handy icons point out places that offer best value, cater to families, welcome pets, and provide handicapped access. • 75 black and white photographs € 15 maps € Index

About the Author

Jim Hargan is a professional travel writer and photographer whose work has appeared in dozens of books and periodicals, including The New York Times, Blue Ridge Country, The Atlanta Journal, Field and Stream, and Midwest Express Inflight. His numbered and signed art prints are purchased by businesses and private collectors. He is also the photographer for North Carolina: Compass American Guide (Fodor's). He lives in Burnsville, North Carolina.