Best Backpacking Trips in California and Nevada

Best Backpacking Trips in California and Nevada

Best Backpacking Trips in California and Nevada

Best Backpacking Trips in California and Nevada

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Overview

The American West is home to some of the best backpacking trips in the world, and within California and Nevada are several outstanding destination trails. Hikers from all over the country, and around the world, travel to this area every season to undertake some of these classic trips of a lifetime and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Best Backpacking Trips in California and Nevada was written to help the accomplished hiker through the entire process of planning a multiday excursion. The book covers all aspects of the trip, from traveling to the area to successfully fulfilling the dream of backpacking in one of the most beautiful regions in the West.

The guide includes thirteen detailed trail descriptions, along with information on additional resources, governing agencies, and permits and fees. It also provides listings of the nearest airports, outdoor retailers, campgrounds, transportation, and amenities and attractions. Accompanying the specific information on each trip are captivating historical vignettes and entertaining personal essays, enhancing the reader’s understanding of the area. Whether journeying from near or far, Best Backpacking Trips of California and Nevada is the most complete resource for turning a dream trip into reality.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780874179729
Publisher: University of Nevada Press
Publication date: 04/27/2015
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 416
File size: 22 MB
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About the Author

Mike White is a full-time writer and former community college instructor. He is the author of numerous outdoor hiking guides, including 50 Classic Hikes in Nevada. He lives in Reno, Nevada.

Douglas Lorain is an author and photographer. He has received the National Outdoor Book Award. His many publications include Backpacking Wyoming, Backpacking Oregon, and Backpacking Washington. He lives in Hamilton, Montana.

Table of Contents

Front Cover Title Page Copyright page Table of Contents Illustrations Acknowledgments Introduction Trail Etiquette . . . Using This Guide Part I: California Trip 1 Trip 2 Trip 3 Trip 4 Trip 5 Trip 6 Trip 7 Trip 8 Trip 9 Part II: California and Nevada Trip 10 Part III: Nevada Trip 11 Trip 12 Trip 13 Best Trips by Season Index About the Authors
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