This book is the first and only comprehensive hiking guide to the superb parklands of California's Marin, Napa, and Sonoma counties. North Bay Trails highlights trails not only for hikers, but for bicyclists, equestrians, trail runners, and dog walkers as well. From mountaintop to coastal lands, North Bay Trails covers favorites such as Mt. Tamalpais, the Marin Headlands, and Point Reyes, and also introduces hikers to the scenic wonders of the wine country, the Russian River redwoods, and the Sonoma Coast. Trails range from 1-mile nature walks to rigorous all-day outings, and include detailed hike descriptions, topographic maps, trip highlights, mileage and duration, and difficulty ratings.
Oklahoma is well known as prime hunting and fishing territory, but red-dirt country also offers many opportunities for hiking, running, and off-road biking. Though trail guides for neighboring states abound, outdoorsmen Kent F. Frates and Larry Floyd found no such book for Oklahoma. The outcome of their collaboration, Oklahoma Hiking Trails, fills that void as the first comprehensive guidebook for the state.A welcome addition to the travel library of both locals and visitors, this illustrated guide extends a hearty welcome to hikers, bikers, runners, birders, campers, and photographers. For the amateur and expert alike, Oklahoma Hiking Trails covers trails accessible to the public across the state.This handy reference will take outdoor adventurers from Tulsa to Lawton and from Broken Bow to Boise City and all points between. It includes such familiar sites as the Ouachita National Forest and the Wichita Mountains as well as lesser-known gems such as Black Mesa and the Oxley Nature Center. The authors also provide tips on how to prepare for any hiking adventure.Color photographs of trail sites identify landmarks to look for and highlight the natural diversity to be found along the state s hundreds of miles of public trails. Detailed maps, GPS coordinates, and clear directions ensure that the runner, biker, or hiker will get to the trail and stay on it. Each trail is rated easy, moderate, or strenuous. Providing a wealth of information to help you navigate your Oklahoma adventure, Oklahoma Hiking Trails offers big returns in a small, light-weight package ideal for your backpack.
• John McKinney → Olympus Press / The Trailmaster 2006
Safely discover 100 hikes in Orange County's most compelling parks, preserves and special places with easy-to-follow maps and clear directions. Enjoy a full range of outstanding hikes on classic trails and brand-new pathways. All you need to know about hiking OC's regional parks, wilderness parks, national forest and state parklands.
Got to get out of the office? This book offers great opportunities for hiking, biking, and other outdoor sports within an hour or two of the city. Outdoor Escapes New York City profiles 25 quick escapes to open spaces and fresh air, all of them easily accessible by public transportation. Author Ted Scull does all the trip planning; all that's left to do is have fun.
This guidebook, packed with pictures and maps, will lead you on a quest. Be the first (besides the author) to bag the highest point of each county of New York Statethere are 62 to be conquered. Some are barely molehills that can be driven by; others are significant mountain peaks that require an all-day climb. All promise the exhilaration of new discoveries. Can you name the highest point of the county where you live? Chances are good that you'll be wrong. As Gary Fallesen researched the summits he repeatedly came across experts who steered him wrong. Local belief often differs from factual reality. In this book you'll learn not only where the real Peak Experiences are, but how to get there. Fallesen delved into the history of each high point as well. With his guidance you'll meet the people populating the high points today and at the peaks in history.
Choose from more than 150 trips on over 500 miles of trails with this comprehensive guide to every park and preserve on the San Francisco Peninsula. From Fort Funston and San Bruno Mountain south to Saratoga Gap, and from the Bay west to the Pacific Ocean, the peninsula offers something for everyone. This updated edition includes 18 new trips covering newly acquired public lands. Also includes maps and a trips-by-theme appendix.
The mountains of Pennsylvania are great perches for viewing the state s unique topography and natural beauty. This full-color hiking guide takes you to 78 of the most inspiring outlooks across the commonwealth, offering detailed descriptions of each hike, with maps and information on distance, difficulty, elevation change, and highlights along the way. Photographers will find tips on composition, exposures, unique perspectives, lighting, and gear.
The Hike Book Vol 2. Weekend Warrior Edition 100 ALL NEW hikes plus places to eat, stay and play in 8 major hiking destinations. Hikes include easy family-friendly strolls, moderate day hikes, and strenuous mountain treks that span all of Arizona's diverse climate zones and terrains.
North Bay Trails
Oklahoma Hiking Trails
Orange County, A Day Hiker's Guide
Outdoor Escapes New York City
Peak Experiences, Hiking the Highest Summits of New York, County by County (Trai
Peninsula Trails: Hiking and Biking Trails on the San Francisco Peninsula
Pennsylvania Mountain Vistas: A Guide for Hikers and Photographers
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