Covering the region surrounding the 22-mile-long lake, author Jordan Summers guides hikers along 40 of the region's best trails--all located within 25 miles of Lake Tahoe's shoreline.
The natural open spaces in and around San Diego are a prized natural resource for area hikers, and author Sheri McGregor shows you where and how to enjoy 60 of the best trails that the city of San Diego, nearby state parks, and private ventures have to offer.
It's been 10 years since the release of the first edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Seattle, which makes 2016's third edition the 10th Anniversary Edition!
Although known predominantly for its Pennsylvania Dutch culture, the Gettysburg battlefield, and the cities of Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York, south-central Pennsylvania is home to many tracts of public lands that offer a diverse array of hiking experiences.
Between the state's two major population centers, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania offers the outdoor enthusiast thousands of square miles of hills, forests, and rivers to pursue a variety of outdoor activities--hiking, bicycling, skiing, fishing, boating, and camping.
From the Cabinet Mountain Wilderness in the northwest to the Yellowstone River Valley in the south, Best Tent Camping: Montana is a guidebook for car campers who like quiet, scenic, and serene campsites.
Zane Grey visits what he considers to be "e;probably the most beautiful and wonderful natural phenomenon in the world,"e; and "e;also Monument Valley, and the mysterious and labyrinthine Canyon Segi with its great prehistoric cliff-dwellings.
Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies receives nearly six million visitors a year, making it the most popular national park in Canadaand rightly so, given the multitude of ravishing landscapes here.
In 1832, Washington Irving, Americas first literary superstar, returned to the United States after seventeen years abroad and swiftly set out to explore Pawnee countrythe wild uncharted territory deep in the young nations interior.
With the images of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict so dominant in our minds, walking for leisure is the one activity probably least associated with the West Bank region.
Daniel de Roulet hat wandernd ein Kreuz über sein Land gemacht, um zu Fuss das zu erforschen, was Charles Ferdinand Ramuz «geografischen Patriotismus» genannt hat.
Emma Gatewood was the first woman to hike the entire Appalachian Trail alone, as well as the first person-man or woman-to walk it twice and three times and she did it all after the age of 65.
Emma Gatewood was the first woman to hike the entire Appalachian Trail alone, as well as the first person-man or woman-to walk it twice and three times and she did it all after the age of 65.
The 39 outingswaterfall adventures, foothills and forest hikes, and streamside and lakeside rambles--in this guide make for a perfect introduction to the wilderness of Western Maine.
Whether youre a visitor or a local looking for something different, Maine Hikes Off the Beaten Path leads you through the Pine Tree State with stunning views along the way--from mountaintops to trails and wildlife reserves.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to backpacking, designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to travel confidently and responsibly.
Containing walks and detailed maps from throughout the city, Secret Stairs highlights the charms and quirks of a unique feature of the Los Angeles landscape, and chronicles the geographical, architectural, and historical aspects of the citys staircases, as well as of the neighborhoods in which the steps are located.
Yoga for Climbers will show you how to create a yoga practice at home that will keep you healthy, prevent injuries, and support and improve your outdoor passions.
Yoga for Hikers will show you how to create a yoga practice at home that will keep you healthy, prevent injuries, and support and improve your outdoor passions.
Only the best hikes selected from a state with an abundance of trail riches Utah is a national destination for hikers Hikes range from easy day hikes to more challenging backpacking trips100 Classic Hikes: Utah expands Mountaineers Books' most popular hiking guidebook series.
The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) traces a 2,650-mile route from the California-Mexico border north to the border of Washington and Canada.
The final two (of four) volumes for the entire 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)All-color photos, maps, elevation profiles, charts, and moreDream books and precious gifts for trail lovers everywhereFrom the preeminent outdoor publisher in the West come the latest volumes in this new, unparalleled series of guidebooks to the region s most famous trail.
CLICK HERE to download a sample from Washington ScramblesScrambles are for people who need to be on a mountain top, but don t need a rope to get there!
CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "e;Ascending"e; from Snow Travel(Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox)* A must-have guide for those extending their hiking season during spring and fall months, looking for additional information on safe snow hiking * Features 50 black & white photos and 15 illustrations * An easy-to-use guide for safe travel over snow for all outdoor recreationistsKnowing how to travel on snow is an essential skill for many hikers, climbers, peak baggers, and skiers/snowboarders.
CLICK HERE to download the 4 mile hike to Fehr Lake from Best Hikes with Dogs Utah(Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox)* 76 of the best trails that allow dogs* Handy trail-finder chart allows quick selection by difficulty, availability of water along the way, views, and more* Trails range from easy strolls to more challenging routes With over 84,900 square miles of national parks, wilderness and recreation areas, state parks, and national forests, Utah offers a wide variety of hiking trails.
* Terrain that's hazard-free and easy on the dog paws * Guidebook includes what to pack for your dog -- the Ten Canine Essentials and the Doggy First-Aid Kit A native of Texas, Melissa Gaskill has spent more than 20 years hiking and camping with her dogs all over the Lonestar State.
* Winner of the 2003 Barbara Savage Miles from Nowhere Award * A blend of romance, humor, and adventure on the Pacific Crest Trail* Written in "e;he said/she said"e; alternating chapters, this young couple each tell their own storyThey're not sure which came first -- falling in love with each other or falling in love with the idea of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (the length of California, Oregon, and Washington).
* Part of the popular Hiking Geology series* Appendices cover additional geologic information for the non-geologist* Everything needed to plan the trip, including information about permits, lodging and camping, mule rides, and recommended day tripsEtched on the Grand Canyon's steep walls are stories of how this majestic landscape came to be: volcanic islands, stark deserts, and tranquil seas come and gone, and histories of plants and animals that have made this place their home.
CLICK HERE to download two free hikes from Best Hikes with Dogs Inland Northwest * Trails that are hazard-free and easy on the paws * On most trails, no leashes required and no crowds to dodge * Guidebook to 75 trails covering eastern Washington, Idaho panhandle, and northwest Montana; plus Okanagan Highlands and BC Kootenay (Canada) Although Mittens is the "e;star"e; of Best Hikes with Dogs Inland Washington (that's her on the cover!
