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Experienced hiker and guidebook author and Southern California native Scott Turner has been exploring Joshua Tree National Park for years, fostering a deep knowledge of its geography and natural and human history. Here he provides distinct guidance for choosing the perfect hike to experience the unique landscape of the Mojave and Sonoran Deserts. <br><br> Attractive, all-color guidebook packed with info to help readers choose activities that meet their interests: <ul> <li>Day hikes from 1 to 10 miles, with elevation from 250 to 1500 feet</li> <li>Distances and elevations measured in both US Standard and metric</li> <li>Information on park campgrounds and lodges</li> <li>Park basics: visitor centers, must-see sights and activities, permits and fees, fun facts, gateway towns, and more</li> <li>Overview of flora and fauna and the effects of climate change in the park</li> </ul>

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Covering another fast-growing part of the state, this new guide shows locals where to go for a refreshing run, long walk, or peaceful hike right in their own backyards. The 43 South Sound routes highlight Anderson Island's trails and parks, Maple Valley's growing trail system, Green River Gorge greenbelt trails, trails in Auburn, Federal Way, Black Diamond, Enumclaw, Lakewood, Orting, Puyallup, DuPont, and the city of Tacoma’s historic and new trails. <br><br> With an emphasis on easy access to the outdoors and fitness, features of <i>Urban Trails Tacoma</i> include: <ul> <li>Trailhead directions, including public transit options</li> <li>"Know Before You Go" tips for park hours, events, and more</li> <li>Trail distances and high points</li> <li>Color photos and maps</li> <li>Trailhead amenities</li> <li>Info for families and dog owners</li> <li>Sidebars on area history, nature, or special sights</li> </ul>

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Crack climbing is a highly technical form of movement in which climbers position their hands, feet, and even their entire body in cracks to make upward progress on rock. An advocate for the sport’s aesthetic lines, physicality, and technical know-how, author Pete Whittaker teaches more than sixty Crack School Masterclasses each year and was featured in the popular climbing film <i>Wide Boyz</i>. This detailed and comprehensive guide teaches step-by-step techniques and tips, including for: <ul> <li>Jamming (finger, hand, fist, foot, arm, leg, body)</li> <li>Crack types (chimneys, liebacks, underclings, roof cracks)</li> <li>How to safely lead and place protection</li> <li>Efficient positioning and movement</li> <li>Strength recovery while climbing</li> </ul>

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Visit pueblo ruins, admire striking arches, stroll through impressive river canyons, soak in rock art, take a backpacking trip, and more. From national parks (Zion, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands, Grand Canyon, Mesa Verde, and Petrified Forest, Capitol Reef) to national monuments (Natural Bridges, Canyon de Chelly, Bandelier, El Morro, Colorado, Dinosaur, and Bears Ears) to several state parks and more–the Four Corners region offers endless opportunities for explorers. <br><br> <i>Hiking Southwest Canyon Country</i> has been helping visitors and locals plan for nearly thirty years! Beyond details on hikes and sights, author Sandra Hinchman shares helpful background on geology, climate, flora and fauna, Native cultures, and much more. For many hikes, notable nearby destinations offer even more choices for expanding your itinerary.

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Lake Washington's «Eastside» has for many years been one of the fastest-growing areas of Washington State. Yet the tech-heavy region has preserved and maintained a bounty of beautiful close-to-home trails for all to enjoy. Featuring 60 trails, stretching from Mercer Island east to the Issaquah Alps and from Bellevue north to Woodinville, this new guidebook offers just what a hard-working urbanite needs to decompress with quick access to exercise and serenity. <br><br> With an emphasis on easy access to the outdoors and fitness, features of <i>Urban Trails Eastside</i> include: <ul> <li>Trailhead directions, including public transit options</li> <li>"Know Before You Go" tips for park hours, events, and more</li> <li>Trail distances and high points</li> <li>Color photos and maps</li> <li>Trailhead amenities</li> <li>Info for families and dog owners</li> <li>Sidebars on area history, nature, or special sights</li> </ul>

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Twenty-five miles north of Seattle at the mouth of the Snohomish River, Everett is a city of more than one hundred thousand residents. The city has boomed over the past decade, and while Everett offers easy access to both the Mountain Loop Highway and Highway 2, sometimes you just want a trail nearby to stretch your legs, clear your mind, and grab a refreshing jolt of nature without a long drive. Urban Trails: Everett covers plenty of trails in local, county, and state parks, as well as in nearby Monroe and Marysville and over on Whidbey and Camano islands. Features of this guide include: Full-color guide to 45 trails Trailhead directions, including public transit where available “Know Before You Go” tips for park hours, events, etc. Easy-to-reference maps Trail distance and high point Trailhead amenities Info for families with kids and for dog owners Sidebars on area history, nature, and sights Indicates trail suitability for walkers, hikers, and runners

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Features hikes everyone, including children and seniors, can enjoy Highlights must-see park sights and activities beyond hiking Full-color maps and photos throughout Hike the Parks: Redwood National & State Parks is the first in a new series of national park hiking guides that feature an easy-to-use design, pocket-sized format, and full-color photos and maps, with top trails detailed alongside top sights. These public lands offer a breathtaking setting of giant trees that have survived dinosaurs by millions of years. 38 of the best day-hiking options, from nature walks to more challenging routes Distance and elevation in US and metric measurements Information on visitors centers, campgrounds, sights, permits, fees, park facts, and more Resources for park «gateway towns» 1- and 3-day itineraries for visitors Overview of the parks’ flora and fauna

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Sales benefit Oregon Wild, a leading advocate for the region’s most precious wilderness areas Natural history, ecology, flora, and fauna–fascinating to hikers and non-hikers alike Oregon’s Ancient Forests is a guidebook with a purpose: to inspire readers to learn about and visit Oregon’s rapturous old-growth forests, and then love them enough to keep them protected. Not just for hikers, this Oregon Wild– sponsored guide explains where the forests are and who manages them, the threats they face, and an action plan for protecting what remains and restoring damaged forests so they may become the ancient forests of the future. Author Chandra LeGue discusses forest ecology, flora, and fauna and also details 91 of her favorite hikes across the state. Each hike features: Trailhead GPS coordinates and driving directions Trail distance, elevation gain, difficulty level, and best season to visit Type and protection status of the forest Full-color maps and photos

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Seminal book updated by author of the acclaimed Advanced Rock Climbing Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions 400 new color photos demonstrate techniques For this new edition of Rock Climbing Anchors, climber and writer Topher Donahue carefully reviewed each technique and lesson, making them even easier to understand and learn. Key updates include: Improved content hierarchy, reading efficiency, and technique emphasis Pros vs. Cons comparison lists Technological advances and changes in gear and standards Graphic illustrations of forces, movement, «right» vs. «wrong» technique, and more New section on anchor considerations for the climbing gym New distinction between «anchor» and «placement» or «piece»

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100 hikes in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, including the newly protected Middle Fork Snoqualmie Valley Mix of day hikes and classic backpacking routes Stunning, oversized full-color guide The lush Alpine Lakes Wilderness in Washington’s Central Cascades contains a plethora of trails, rugged glacier-carved mountains, and more than 700 sparkling alpine lakes and ponds. Accessed via nearly 50 trailheads, more than 600 miles of trails offer hikers leisurely strolls along wooded creeks, climbs up mountain passes, or lunch spots next to glassy tarns. It is one of the most popular and beloved places for hikers in this region. The all-new guide, Alpine Lakes Wilderness , features a wide range of hikes that vary in difficulty, geography, and theme so that hikers of any age and skill level will find trails that fit their taste. Easy to use, the guide includes details on overnight permits, car-camping options near wilderness access points, detailed maps, elevation gain/ loss, and turn-by-turn mileage and directions. Interesting historical background and natural history round out the trail descriptions.

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