Author: Robert Stone Publisher: ISBN: 9781573420587 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This day hiking guide is the perfect companion for travelers along the well-known stretch of California coastline between San Francisco and Los Angeles. It includes how and where to access coastal beaches, tidepools, lighthouses, off-shore rock formations, and wildlife sites; panoramic overlooks along the adjacent mountain ranges; and urban strolls through several communities. Spectacular scenery and a range of hikes for every level of experience.
Author: Robert Stone Publisher: ISBN: 9781573420310 Category : Hiking Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Day Hikes on the California Central Coast provides access to 71 of the coast's best day hikes. This comprehensive guide includes coastline hikes in the scenic counties of Monterey, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara. Emphasis is placed on outstanding views and the incredible diversity of scenery along this section of the Califonia coast. The trails meander across rocky promontories to cool canyons and waterfalls, from white sand beaches to redwood forests, and from tidepools to panoramic mountain peaks. Each hike includes a summary of its highlights, a trail map, and concise driving and hiking directions. Additional county maps identify major access roads and the location of hikes in the overall area. Both visitors and residents will benefit from this guide's clear directions to the area's best day hikes. Easy to moderate hikes accommodate every level of experience.
Author: John Krist Publisher: ISBN: 9780899972022 Category : Hiking Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This guide takes you into the little-known wilds of three central coast counties: San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. Each trip lists mileage, difficulty, elevation gain, and a "child rating," and has a route map.
Author: Robert Stone Publisher: ISBN: 9781573420709 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Guide to 156 easy to moderately strenuous day hikes around San Luis Obispo County, ranging from bluff trails along the Pacific coastline to creekside canyon walks in the Santa Lucia Mountains, from city paths to wilderness retreats.
Author: Brian Milne Publisher: ISBN: 9780899974378 Category : California Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Covers trails in Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties. Provides clear, concise directions to the trailhead; detailed 2-color route maps; trail milestones; and commentary.
Author: Matt Heid Publisher: Wilderness Press ISBN: 0899977812 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 378
Book Description
101 Hikes in Northern California by Matt Heid benefits readers by narrowing down the multitude of options for hiking in Northern California to the very best of the best adventures. It is distinct from other similar guidebooks in that it covers the northern two-thirds of the state, including nearly the entirety of the Sierra Nevadas south to Kings Canyon National Park, and the entire Big Sur region along the coast south to Silver Peak Wilderness. It also provides significant geographic diversity: hikes are spread out across the entire region. No matter where you are in northern California, you can find a hike in the book within a short drive. The guide is unique in the amount of natural history information it provides, especially the geologic stories of the featured destinations. It provides not just the essential directions for completing a hike, it enhances the experience by telling the story of how the landscape came to be the way it is.
Author: Bonnie Henderson Publisher: Mountaineers Books ISBN: 1680513281 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 278
Book Description
First and only comprehensive guide to the entire Oregon Coast Trail Experienced, passionate author is the authority on the OCT Perennial interest in long-distance trails From vast beaches and lush forests to windswept bluffs and dramatic sea stacks, the stunning wild coast of Oregon is emerging as the next great long-distance hiking experience. The OCT includes 200-plus miles of publicly accessible beaches, as well as established trails through city, county, and state parks and national forest lands. Breaking the trail into five major sections, each with an elevation profile, Hiking the Oregon Coast Trail provides detailed descriptions of 34 route legs with mileage, maps, resupply options, itineraries, hazards, camping or lodging options, and more. Introductory chapters advise on when to start, what to bring, and what to expect, while sidebars throughout share trail history, flora and fauna, and worthy side trips. The OCT is a truly singular experience with unique challenges such as finding campsites in some areas and navigating coastal tides, weather, and river mouth crossings. This guide synthesizes everything hikers need to know to plan and enjoy a successful adventure.
Author: Robert Stone Publisher: Falcon Guides ISBN: 9781573420518 Category : Hiking Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Guide to 128 easy to moderately strenuous day hikes around San Luis Obispo County, ranging from bluff trails along the Pacific coastline to creekside canyon walks in the Santa Lucia Mountains, from city paths to wilderness retreats.
Author: Robert Stone
Author: Robert Stone
Author: John Krist
Author: John McKinney
Author: Robert Stone
Author: Brian Milne
Author: Matt Heid
Author: Bonnie Henderson
Author: Robert Stone
Author: Robert Stone