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Rivermist/Monocacy River Trail

Longtime readers of Blue Ridge Country know that Frederick is one of my favorite Maryland cities. It’s one of the most viable and vibrant in the state and there are many reasons why.

The Hike: Prep for 2015 Events and Fests

Some of these gatherings also offer great hikes.

The Hike: Warriors’ Path Trail Magic

This found hike woke up the veteran distance hiker’s eyes and senses to the beauties around him.

The Hike: Nantahala River to Wesser Bald

This 13.5-mile circuit in western north carolina offers stunning views at the wesser bald lookout tower.

The Hike: Little Sluice/Cedar Creek Loop

This 13-mile, two-state circuit offers great vistas, some steep climbs and nice campsites for a weekend outing.

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Rivermist/Monocacy River Trail

Longtime readers of Blue Ridge Country know that Frederick is one of my favorite Maryland cities. It’s one of the most viable and vibrant in the state and there are many reasons why.
Hikes on Massanutten Mountain will be a part of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s 40th Biennial Meeting.

The Hike: Prep for 2015 Events and Fests

Some of these gatherings also offer great hikes.
Hiking in Warriors’ Path State Park in Kingsport, Tenn.

The Hike: Warriors’ Path Trail Magic

This found hike woke up the veteran distance hiker’s eyes and senses to the beauties around him.
Top: The view from the Wesser Bald Lookout Tower is the real payoff for the hike. Bottom: The Nantahala Outdoor Center is hiker-friendly. Right: The Wesser Bald Lookout Tower was originally built in 1936.

The Hike: Nantahala River to Wesser Bald

This 13.5-mile circuit in western north carolina offers stunning views at the wesser bald lookout tower.
The view from White Rock Cliff is well worth the steep climb to it.

The Hike: Little Sluice/Cedar Creek Loop

This 13-mile, two-state circuit offers great vistas, some steep climbs and nice campsites for a weekend outing.
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