<DIV>Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In <I>Best Hikes Near New York </I>author Ben Keene details the best hikes within an hour's drive of the New York metro area perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.</div>