20,000 Steps Around the World - Mary Caperton Morton

Experience 200 of the world’s best hikes and walks in this gorgeous coffee table book filled with breathtaking photography, 50 itineraries, maps, insider tips, and much more!Discover a carefully selected collection of 200 routes designed to appeal to perambulatory enthusiasts of all stripes. From vigorous hikes around Lake Tahoe to enjoying the charms of England’s Thames Valley, there is something for everyone.Fifty itineraries cover a range of sights sure to appeal to a diverse audience: pastoral countrysides, dramatic mountain views, soothing seaside panoramas, and historical landscapes such as famous battle sites or medieval pilgrimage routes. Expert descriptions include facts and trivia only locals would know and call out special not-to-be-missed features. Some routes are easy and take a few hours, while others might require a few days to complete.Each itinerary includes 3-5 additional similar or related routes. Sample entries include New England’s Franconia Ridge Loop, Washington’s Mount Rainier Trail, the pilgrimage route of Saint Francis in Italy, and Mont Blanc, where France, Italy, and Switzerland meet.Filled with gorgeous photography, maps, detailed terrain and route guides, and more, this hiking coffee table book is the perfect gift for hikers, outdoorsmen, and bucket list travelers!