Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to New England

Book excerpt: If you like to spend your free time outside, this four-season guide will get you there—whether you want an easy day hike, a hair-raising whitewater run, an unspoiled cross-country ski trail, or a secret swimming hole. Look inside for all the information you need to explore New England at its finest. Everything You Need to Enjoy the Outdoors: Evocative descriptions of hundreds of outings—with estimated times, difficulty ratings, and detailed directions The best outfitters, from major adventure-tour operators to local backcountry guides Where to find gear, services, and topo maps How to make the most of New England's beaches, natural areas, and ski resorts Where to pitch your tent, from accessible campsites to back-country spots—plus inns, B&Bs, and lodges Find us online at www.frommers.com