Experience one of Oregon's best kept wilderness secrets: the Three Sisters Country of the Central Cascades. In Hiking Oregon's Central Cascades, veteran hiker Bruce Grubbs guides you on 75 hikes through this rarefied realm of volcanoes and old-growth forests. From easy day hikes for the whole family, to hikes for photographers, to quests for the backcountry hiker, this book is essential. Hiking Oregon's Central Cascades is your ticket to the peaks, lakes, and wilderness areas of one of our country's most pristine locales. From the Olallie Lake Scenic Area and Mount Jefferson Wilderness in the north to the Mount Thielsen Wilderness in the south, these first-hand descriptions are rich in natural history and outdoor advice as well as beautiful black-and-white photographs. Easy-to-read, up-to-date maps, safety tips, and detailed equipment recommendations will help you plan and enjoy your trips. Pack up Hiking Oregon's Central Cascades and head to Three Sisters Country now.
Lace up your boots and sample some of the finest trails in Oregon's southern Cascades and Siskiyous. Hike through the towering volcanic peaks of the Ca.0s1.cades, where Crater Lake, Mount McLoughlin, and the canyon of the upper Rogue River cast a magical spell on visitors. Or explore the knife-edge ridges, botanical oddities, and spectacular river canyons of the ancient and rugged Siskiyous. Veteran hiker and outdoor writer Art Bernstein introduces you to memorable trails through wilderness areas, national forests, and national parks. Use this guide for up-to-date trail information, accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trails, difficulty ratings for each hike, detailed trail maps, and zero-impact camping tips. Whether you are a day-tripper or long-distance hiker, old hand or novice, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest throughout the southern Cascades and Siskiyous.
There are ancient treasures hidden across the American Southwest. Tucked away in remote canyons are hundreds of ruins, cultural treasures that provide a wealth of information about the past
Contains maps and detailed directions to the remote sites, provides water availability information, and points out hazards on the way to some of the most spectacular areas of the Southwest.
Lace up your boots and sample some of the finest trails in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, situated in California's rugged Sierra Nevada. From towering groves of giant sequoia trees and crystalline trout rivers through the jagged peaks and alpine meadows all the way up to Mount Whitney, the highest mountain in the lower 48, Sequoia and Kings Canyon have routes to please hikers of every stripe. Let veteran hiker and nature lover Laurel Scheidt lead you through eighty-six trails that vary in difficulty from easy strolls for the whole family to challenging treks for the more experienced hiker. Use this guide for up-to-date trail information, accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trails, difficulty ratings for each hike, detailed trail maps, and zero-impact camping tips. Whether you are a day-tripper or long-distance hiker, old hand or novice, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest throughout Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park. (6 X 9, 296 pages, b&w photos, maps, graphs, charts)
Rich in human history and wildlife, Shenandoah National Park is truly one of the jewels of the East. Located in northern Virginia, Shenandoah is an easy drive from the Washington, D.C., metro area. Park trails lead to sweeping views, rushing waterfalls, and historic points. With over 196,000 acres (79,000 of them designated wilderness), Shenandoah offers a wide variety of hikes for all abilities. Recently updated, Hiking Shenandoah National Park provides detailed descriptions and maps of 59 of the best hikes in the park. From easy day hikes to strenuous backpacking trips, this guide will provide you with all the latest information you will need to plan virtually any type of hiking adventure in the park. Hiking Shenandoah is divided into sections according to the park's three districts: North, Central, and South. Each hike description includes the distance, level of difficulty, elevation information, a trail map, and a detailed narrative of the hike. This guide also includes overview maps and comprehensive information on backcountry safety, minimum impact techniques, and the park's human and natural history. Don't forget to include Hiking Shenandoah on your next adventure in the park.
South Carolina offers a variety of easily accessible hikes for beginners and experts alike. This thorough guide features 60 of the state's best hikes, including day hikes and multi-day excursions. Hikers can explore the state's natural wonders along the Foothills Trail in the eastern mountains, the Long Cane Trail in the Savannah River Valley, or the Swamp Fox Trail near Charleston, among other places. Includes special mention of organized outings with experienced leaders on many of the state's trails.
Boasting a mild climate, incredible diversity, and thousands of miles of hiking trails, Southern California offers a gem for every hiker. Hiking Southern California is your ticket to rewarding adventures in the backcountry of the southern third of the Golden State, including Death Valley National Park, Mojave National Preserve, the San Gabriel Mountains, and Joshua Tree National Park. This handy guidebook features detailed descriptions of more than 50 classic hikes, with accurate and up-to-date trail maps and all the information you need for planning enjoyable outings year-round. This book describes short, leisurely strolls and demanding excursions of several days. The hikes follow routes varying from gentle, well-graded trails to rugged, cross-country scrambles, including old favorites known to many and obscure routes known only to a few. Surveying the most awe-inspiring scenery in the region, Hiking Southern California will satisfy both beginning and veteran hikers.
Hiking Oregon's Central Cascades
Hiking Oregon's Southern Cascades & Siskiyous (Regional Hiking Series)
Hiking Pennsylvania, Second Edition
Hiking Ruins Seldom Seen
Hiking Ruins Seldom Seen, 2nd: A Guide to 36 Sites Across the Southwest
Hiking Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (Hiking Guide Series)
Hiking Shenandoah National Park, 3rd (Regional Hiking Series)
Hiking South Carolina
Hiking South Florida and the Keys: A Guide to 39 Great Walking and Hiking Advent
Hiking Southern California: A Guide to Southern California's Greatest Hiking Adv
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