Best Hikes W/Kids:Catskills/H

Families can escape the city for a day, breathe in fresh air, and hike some of the most splendid scenery and trails around. From catskills state park, bear-mountain-harriman state park, hudson highlands, shawangunk mountains, southern taconics, the long path, and the appalachian trail, there's something for everyone in this all-inclusive guidebook. Hikes detailed include shorter two- and four-mile hikes to six-plus miles and overnighters. Practical information on hiking with children-setting a realistic pace, playing games, and encouraging personal and environmental responsibility -- make this a guidebook to recommend.