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Hiking Trail Maps For The Oregon Coast

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has released ten hiking trails maps of their entire 382-mile Pacific coastline.

All ten hiking maps are now available in two pdf printer-friendly sizes.

Although the majority of the trails traverse public and private beaches, many hikes include state parks, forests, and county and city roadways.

Landowners provide trail easements for portions of trails on private property.

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Our first Spring hikes are just days away. Even in Upstate New York.

What follows is a quick review of hiking happenings across the U.S.

• Ed Parsons offers a great perspective on revisiting favorite hiking trails throughout the year. His seasonal reminiscences of New Hampshire hiking trails are perfect as we transition from Winter to Spring.

• The U.S. Forest Service upgraded and standardized the blazing and signage in the Chattahoochee and Oconee National forests (Georgia). Green for horse trails and lime green for hiking trails. I assume all horses will be tested for color recognition skills.

• Deb Stanley in the Denver Hiking Examiner has her Spring hiking list in order. 16 great day hikes in the Rocky Mountain National Park and the Grand Canyon. Deb, beautiful photo of Solitude Lake.

• Amy Hotz of the StarNewsOnline roams the Ev-Henwood Preserve south of Wilmington. N.C. Fifteen hiking trails and a 1,000 year old cypress tree named “Gus”.

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Hiking News Headlines

• Two hikers died this past Wednesday (9/10/2008) as a flash flood swept away a family group and their guides. Hiking in a slot canyon in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, they had no warning ….

• Tropical Storm Hanna damaged Nova Scotia hiking trails in the Cape Chignecto Provincial Park. Two wooden bridges, a large one at Refugee Cove and a smaller one at Seal Cove, will have to ….

• Ground was broken for a new 14 mile hiking and mountain biking trail at Lake Howard, Alabama. Entering the Talladega National Forest, and growing a half-mile per day, the trail ….

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In 2009, Zion National Park will celebrate a “Century Of Sanctuary”. Next spring the Park plans to have a series of celebrations and events to commemorate this historic milestone. Here is a list of Zion’s hiking trails.

East Temple

Short Hikes offered at Zion National Park:

• Emerald Pool Trail

This trail is one of Zion’s family friendly hikes. You can wander
around three level pools with small streams and small waterfalls. There
is some adventure to this hike as there are parts of it that require
you to take big steps up rocks. Be sure to bring plenty of water with
you. At the third pool, there is nice shade for sitting, having your
lunch or snack and taking in the view.

• Weeping Rock

This trail takes you to the famous seeping wall of the park. It gets it
name because it appears that water is seeking out from the wall as if
it’s crying.

• Riverside Walk

It is a gateway to the famous Narrows where you will see many trees,
ferns and weeping walls along the Virgin Rivers. It’s a very gentle
walk and the scenery is beautiful.

• Canyon Overlook Trails

If you have your car, you can drive up to the east side of Mt. Carmel Tunnel.
For those of you what want to see the stunning heights and spectacular views
of Zion National Park, a long hike is in store.

Stunning Heights Hike:

• Angels Landing

It is the Zion’s genuine classic hike and one of the most stunning
attractions you will ever experience. It is not recommended to people
with a fear of heights. There have been deaths from this trail as
people tend to get confident, hurried and goofing off and go right off
the side. This is a trail to enjoy, but also to take seriously. Don’t
let your trip and hiking experience of Zion National Park end in
tragedy.

• Hidden canyon

A beautiful place to hike up with secluded hanging canyons positioned
above the main canyons with sections of scrambled rocks for more
historical sight.

• Zion National Park – “The Narrows” Day Hike

Here’s a classic hikes offered by Zion National Park. During this hike
you are constantly hiking through water. The Narrow hike is a view
point to the amazing deep and amazing sections of Virgin River. The
ranger station will advise if this trail is open and when there’s
dangers of flash floods. Always check the weather and with the ranger
station before heading out.

• Middle Fork of Taylor Creek

It is located at the Kolob section and one of the most popular 5-mile hikes
to get through the stunning Double-Arch Alcove.

Slot Canyon

Scenic View Points:

• Angel’s landing

This is a truly amazing summit. You can view 360 degrees of canyon from your standing point.

• Observation Point

This hike starts from the Weeping Rock, a hot and strenuous hike with
alternative switch backs up to the end of the trail. The view is worth
the sweat. This is a day hike and it’s not for out of shape
individuals. Take plenty of water as there is none along the trail.
Plan to take your time, enjoy the views on the way up, you’ll be taking
several rest stops. Wear good shoes that fit properly.

• West Rim Trail

A grand over viewing site of Great West Canyon. The Great West Canyon adds
remarkable attraction to the place.

• Deer trap Mountain

It is one of the best panoramas with long hiking from the main canyon or from the east.

• Timber Creek Overlook

To get the grand view of the Kolob Finger Canyons, travel to the end
of Kolob Canyon roads to maximize the beauty.

• Lady Mountain

Astounding,breath-taking view of the Grand Canyons. This is for expert climbers
because there is exposed scrambled rock.

The Alternative Routes for Hiking:

West Rim Trails

Top Down Route of Zion Narrows

La Verkin Creek Tail

Make sure you have good shoes, a hat, plenty of water, some
carbohydrate snacks or pack your lunch, a camera, walking stick or
hiking stick, and are rested before heading out. And, of course, stay
on the clearly marked trails for your safety.

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Additional information is available at the non-profit The Zion Natural History Association.

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