Backroads of New England: Your Guide to Scenic Getaways & Adventures - Second Edition - Softcover

Beckius, Kim Knox

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0760342393 ISBN 13: 9780760342398

Publisher: Voyageur Press, 2012

Synopsis

From the sandy shores of Cape Cod to the distinct ridges of Vermont’s Mount Mansfield; from Connecticut’s Quiet Corner to the Kancamagus Highway through the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire; and from tiny Lubec, Maine, at the “Beginning of America,” to the “Graveyard of the Atlantic” at Point Judith, Rhode Island, thirty of New England’s most varied and vibrant attractions are presented here, inviting you to explore them. Backroads of New England—written and photographed by local experts—takes you on routes that lead to the region’s most secluded and overlooked natural areas and sites that capture New England’s colorful history. Whether you’re planning a day trip, looking for unusual destinations, or simply wanting to learn more about the locale, Backroads of New England will lead you deep into the soul of New England—beyond the bustling cities and common tourist attractions.

About this title

About the Authors

Connecticut-based travel writer Kim Knox Beckius is also the author of Backroads of New York and The New England Coast; her writing and photography have also been featured on several websites and blogs, as well as in magazines, including Grace Ormonde Wedding Style.

For over thirty years, native New Englander William H. Johnson's artistic landscapes have captured the spectacular New England countryside in all seasons. His work has been published in magazines, books, calendars, cards, puzzles, and advertising.

From the Back Cover

Have you ever wondered what backroad adventures might lie between the sandy shores of Cape Cod and Connecticut s Quiet Corner ? Have you explored the Graveyard of the Atlantic at Point Judith in Rhode Island or taken a ferry ride across Lake Champlain in Vermont?

A celebration of New England s character and natural beauty, this updated, portable second edition of Backroads of New England written and photographed by local experts takes you on thirty routes leading to the area s most secluded and overlooked natural areas as well as sites that capture New England s colorful history. You can explore Moose Alley on your way to Dixville Notch, small-town site of the country s first primary election each year. You can drive the Mohawk Trail on your way to Mount Greylock to get a good look at that beautiful autumn color or visit actor William Gillette s medieval castle on the banks of the Connecticut River. All these places and more are detailed within, including directions and maps to lead the way.

Whether you re planning a day trip, looking for unusual destinations, or simply want to learn more, Backroads of New England will lead you deep into the soul of New England beyond the bustling cities and common tourist attractions.

Edition details

• Publisher: Voyageur Press
• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0760342393
• ISBN 13: 9780760342398
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 256