Five-Star Trails: Birmingham - 35 Beautiful Hikes in and Around Central Alabama
Thomas M. Spencer
Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
Summary
Popular, proven format: the Five-Star Trails series has sold more than 50,000 copies, strong numbers for city-specific titles Market: Nearly 45 million people went hiking in the U.S. in 2017, with reasons ranging from enjoyment of the outdoors to health and exercise 35 of the most rewarding hikes in an area known for its stellar hiking Hikes encompass vistas, waterfalls, wildernesses, and nature preserves within easy striking distance of Birmingham GPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and detailed directions to trailheads Trail descriptions and expert insights into the history, flora, and fauna of the routes Ratings for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for children The book’s format allows readers to easily scan and choose hikes that meet their interests