Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Northern California
Title | Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Northern California PDF eBook |
Author | Andrew Rice |
Publisher | |
Pages | |
Release | 2000-05-01 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780764529047 |
Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Northern California
Title | Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Northern California PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Pages | |
Release | 2000 |
Genre | California, Northern |
ISBN |
Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Northern California
Title | Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Northern California PDF eBook |
Author | Andrew Rice |
Publisher | *Frommers |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2000-05-15 |
Genre | Travel |
ISBN | 9780764528934 |
Completely rewritten and researched firsthand by a lifelong resident and serious outdoorsman, this detailed guide packs in all the diverse adventures waiting for you in Northern California: skiing Tahoe, hiking the backcountry trails of Yosemite and Sequoia/Kings Canyon, road biking in the Wine Country and along the coast, sea kayaking amid otters and sea lions, tidepooling, and teeing off at some of the country's best golf courses. Whatever your skill level and interests, you'll find an array of outings just right for you.
Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Southern California & Baja
Title | Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Southern California & Baja PDF eBook |
Author | Andrew Rice |
Publisher | *Frommers |
Pages | 372 |
Release | 1999-04-08 |
Genre | Travel |
ISBN | 9780028618326 |
Think of this guide as "one-stop shopping" for adventurous travelers and outdoor enthusiasts--you'd have to buy dozens of different single-sport guidebooks to find all the information that's right at your fingertips in this complete, all-purpose compendium of outdoor information.Within each region, readers will find a directory of the best things to do and the best places to do them: sea kayaking the Sea of Cortez; mountain biking to a painted Indian cave; hiking the badlands of Death Valley; chartering a yacht and exploring the Channel Islands; and rock climbing the famed walls of Joshua Tree National Park. From bird watching to big-wave surfing, there are outings here for readers of all ages and skill levels. Packed with logistical advice, detailed maps, and complete camping and lodging information for each region, Outside Magazine's Adventure Guide to Southern California & Baja will provide travelers with memorable adventures and will serve as a cherished resource, to be used again and again.
Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Northern California
Title | Frommer's Great Outdoor Guide to Northern California PDF eBook |
Author | Andrew Rice |
Publisher | Frommers |
Pages | 398 |
Release | 1999-04-02 |
Genre | Travel |
ISBN | 9780028633084 |
If you like to spend your free time outside, this four-season guide will get you there—whether you want an easy day hike, a hair-raising whitewater run, a High Sierra cross-country ski trail, or a secret hot spring. It has all the information you need to enjoy Northern California's finest country. Everything You Need to Enjoy the Outdoors: Evocative descriptions of hundreds of outings—with estimated times, difficulty ratings, and detailed directions The best outfitters, from major adventure-tour operators to local backcountry guides Where to find gear, services, and topo maps How to make the most of Northern California's natural areas and public lands Where to pitch your tent, from car-accessible campsites to back-country spots—plus wilderness lodges, B&Bs, and inns Detailed regional maps that direct you to the trailheads Find us online at www.frommers.com
Frommer's Best Hiking Trips in Northern California
Title | Frommer's Best Hiking Trips in Northern California PDF eBook |
Author | John McKinney |
Publisher | Frommers |
Pages | 272 |
Release | 2010-02-03 |
Genre | Travel |
ISBN | 0470160098 |
Frommer’s Best Walking in Northern California is intended for people for whom a good hike is an integral part of their vacation plans. It highlights the "best-of-the-best" of Northern California's many hiking choices, focusing on accessible day hikes for a variety of abilities, plus some of the country's most popular multi-day options. The book will follow Frommer's usual highly organized approach: clear, thorough instructions on how to prepare for their trip; detailed breakdowns of the hikes themselves with easy-to-understand route instructions; star ratings and reasons to go; and lots of maps. In addition, the book will provide accommodation and dining options geared to the outdoor enthusiast; GPS directions for trailheads; and a full-color naturalist’s guide for wildlife identification. In addition to the hikes themselves, each chapter will contain: hike index, trailhead map, 1-2 page write-up on the unique characteristics of the area, and an accommodation and dining guide. The hikes will cover the entire region, including: Day hikes within easy reach of San Francisco, including the Presidio, the Golden Gate Bridge and beyond, and Muir Woods The best walks through wine country, such as Jack London State Park and Sugarloaf Ridge The legendary routes of Yosemite National Park, including the Yosemite Valley Loop, Glacier Point, and Half Dome The finest vantage points on Northern California’s mighty redwoods and lush landscapes, such as Tall Trees Grove, Humboldt Redwoods, and the Mendocino Headlands The hidden gems that dot the spectacular Highway 1 along the coast between San Francisco and Big Sur The best of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, including the John Muir trail and Mt. Whitney The stunning views of the Eastern High Sierras near Lake Tahoe, including the Tahoe Rim Trail, Ellis Peak, and the best of the Pacific Crest Trail.
Outside Magazine's Adventure Guide to Northern California
Title | Outside Magazine's Adventure Guide to Northern California PDF eBook |
Author | Andrew Rice |
Publisher | MacMillan Publishing Company |
Pages | 316 |
Release | 1996 |
Genre | Philosophy |
ISBN |
Frommer's Great Outdoors Guides offer a unique "one-stop shopping" approach to adventure travel and outdoor recreation for every age group and skill level. This guide divides northern California into a dozen regions, with complete details on the best sports and natural wonders. Maps.