Washington State Parks

Posted on March 16, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment

The state of Washington offers an extremely diverse landscape. From the temperate rainforests of the Olympic Peninsula and the moderate Pacific coast in the west to the high peaks of the Cascade Range and the dry deserts of the west, it is no wonder the beauty of Washington state parks attracts visitors from all around.

There are 120 Washington state parks and recreation areas with a wide variety of amenities, attractions, and activities. Windsurfing, rock climbing, skiing, and snowmobiling, Washington state parks offer plenty of activities to suit every outdoor lover. There are also plenty of historical sites, cultural exhibits, and interpretive centers for educational opportunities.

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Washington State Parks

Posted on February 29, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment

The state of Washington offers an extremely diverse landscape. From the temperate rainforests of the Olympic Peninsula and the moderate Pacific coast in the west to the high peaks of the Cascade Range and the dry deserts of the west, it is no wonder the beauty of Washington state parks attracts visitors from all around.

There are 120 Washington state parks and recreation areas with a wide variety of amenities, attractions, and activities. Windsurfing, rock climbing, skiing, and snowmobiling, Washington state parks offer plenty of activities to suit every outdoor lover. There are also plenty of historical sites, cultural exhibits, and interpretive centers for educational opportunities.

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Guide To The Blue Ridge Parkway - Hiking Trails In Virginia Iii

Posted on February 29, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment

Continued from part 2

MP 91.0 A moderate 1.9 mile portion of the Appalachian Trail, leading from the VA 695 to Sharp Top Mountain overlook.

MP 92.5 The Sharp Top Mountain to Harvey’s Knob section of the Appalachian Trail is a 2.9 mile moderate hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

MP 95.4 Harvey’s Knob overlook to Montvale overlook portion of the Appalachian Trail is also moderately challenging, but is only a .6 mile hike.

MP 95.9 This mile long stretch of the Appalachian Trail runs from the Montvale overlook to Taylor’s Mountain overlook and is a moderately strenuous hike.

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Guide To The Blue Ridge Parkway - Hiking Trails In Virginia Iii

Posted on February 28, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment

Continued from part 2

MP 91.0 A moderate 1.9 mile portion of the Appalachian Trail, leading from the VA 695 to Sharp Top Mountain overlook.

MP 92.5 The Sharp Top Mountain to Harvey’s Knob section of the Appalachian Trail is a 2.9 mile moderate hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

MP 95.4 Harvey’s Knob overlook to Montvale overlook portion of the Appalachian Trail is also moderately challenging, but is only a .6 mile hike.

MP 95.9 This mile long stretch of the Appalachian Trail runs from the Montvale overlook to Taylor’s Mountain overlook and is a moderately strenuous hike.

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Washington State Parks

Posted on February 3, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment

The state of Washington offers an extremely diverse landscape. From the temperate rainforests of the Olympic Peninsula and the moderate Pacific coast in the west to the high peaks of the Cascade Range and the dry deserts of the west, it is no wonder the beauty of Washington state parks attracts visitors from all around.

There are 120 Washington state parks and recreation areas with a wide variety of amenities, attractions, and activities. Windsurfing, rock climbing, skiing, and snowmobiling, Washington state parks offer plenty of activities to suit every outdoor lover. There are also plenty of historical sites, cultural exhibits, and interpretive centers for educational opportunities.

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Guide To The Blue Ridge Parkway - Hiking Trails In Virginia Iii

Posted on January 28, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment

Continued from part 2

MP 91.0 A moderate 1.9 mile portion of the Appalachian Trail, leading from the VA 695 to Sharp Top Mountain overlook.

MP 92.5 The Sharp Top Mountain to Harvey’s Knob section of the Appalachian Trail is a 2.9 mile moderate hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

MP 95.4 Harvey’s Knob overlook to Montvale overlook portion of the Appalachian Trail is also moderately challenging, but is only a .6 mile hike.

MP 95.9 This mile long stretch of the Appalachian Trail runs from the Montvale overlook to Taylor’s Mountain overlook and is a moderately strenuous hike.

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Washington State Parks

Posted on January 23, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment

The state of Washington offers an extremely diverse landscape. From the temperate rainforests of the Olympic Peninsula and the moderate Pacific coast in the west to the high peaks of the Cascade Range and the dry deserts of the west, it is no wonder the beauty of Washington state parks attracts visitors from all around.

There are 120 Washington state parks and recreation areas with a wide variety of amenities, attractions, and activities. Windsurfing, rock climbing, skiing, and snowmobiling, Washington state parks offer plenty of activities to suit every outdoor lover. There are also plenty of historical sites, cultural exhibits, and interpretive centers for educational opportunities.

Read More..>>

Guide To The Blue Ridge Parkway - Hiking Trails In Virginia Iii

Posted on January 7, 2008 - Filed Under Travel and Leisure | Leave a Comment

Continued from part 2

MP 91.0 A moderate 1.9 mile portion of the Appalachian Trail, leading from the VA 695 to Sharp Top Mountain overlook.

MP 92.5 The Sharp Top Mountain to Harvey’s Knob section of the Appalachian Trail is a 2.9 mile moderate hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

MP 95.4 Harvey’s Knob overlook to Montvale overlook portion of the Appalachian Trail is also moderately challenging, but is only a .6 mile hike.

MP 95.9 This mile long stretch of the Appalachian Trail runs from the Montvale overlook to Taylor’s Mountain overlook and is a moderately strenuous hike.

Read More..>>