{"product_id":"historic-hikes-in-western-north-carolina-9781467155663","title":"Historic Hikes in Western North Carolina","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTravel back in time on more than thirty thoughtfully curated hiking routes in the Blue Ridge Mountains, chosen for their rich natural and human history as well as their beauty. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAscend to the state's highest point, surrounded by ancient forests and historical controversies. Explore the ruins of homesteads and isolated cemeteries of former settlers in Great Smoky Mountains National Park and honor the legacy of the Cherokees and their connection to the land. Encounter sweeping vistas at one of the four routes that lead to lookout towers and marvel at thundering waterfalls featured in major films such as \u003cem\u003eThe Last of the Mohicans\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Hunger Games\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLocal author and experienced hiker Nancy East includes helpful maps and comprehensive information about each route, ensuring adventures that are both safe and enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e History Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/13\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781467155663\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 256","brand":"Nancy East","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45187075276981,"sku":"9781467155663","price":21.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_53c5647c-0c34-485f-b942-d66fe6a4109d.jpg?v=1742271259","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/historic-hikes-in-western-north-carolina-9781467155663","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}