50 Hikes in Alaska's Chugach State Park

50 Hikes in Alaska's Chugach State Park
Author: Shane Shepherd
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2001-01-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780898867657

* The first hiking guidebook devoted to Alaska's Chugach State Park* Includes great hikes for families as well as serious backpackers* Both authors are avid Alaska hikers and know these trails intimately Attracting over a million visitors each year, Alaska's Chugach State Park spans a half-million acres and eight distinct environments - all within easy reach of Anchorage. This is the most comprehensive trail guidebook to the region.50 Hikes in Alaska's Chugach State Park includes nearly all the hikeable trails and peaks in the park, from popular Flattop Mountain to rarely seen valleys. With a mix of hikes for all ages and abilities, you'll be able to find exactly what you're looking for, whether it's a two-mile week-night stroll or a multiday backpacking trip or scramble.For each hike you'll get detailed driving directions to the trailhead; complete information on elevation, hiking time, difficulty, distance, and terrain; and helpful maps and photos. Rounding out theguidebook is information on flora and fauna, history, and geology of Chugach State Park.

Hiking Alaska

Hiking Alaska
Author: Mollie Foster
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 481
Release: 2017-05-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493025600

Fully updated and revised, this guide is the perfect introduction to hiking the great state of Alaska, with millions of acres of wilderness waiting to be explored. It features one hundred hikes in Alaska's national parks, wildlife refuges, national forests, wilderness areas, and state parks. Also included are hikes for all ages and abilities as well as maps for each hike and full-color color photos.

50 Hikes in Alaska's Kenai Peninsula

50 Hikes in Alaska's Kenai Peninsula
Author: Taz Tally
Publisher: Countryman Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-06
Genre: Hiking
ISBN: 9780881507553

A50 Hikesguide to one of Alaska's most stunning outdoor getaways. The Kenai Peninsula, with its proximity to Anchorage, is unarguably the gateway to the great outdoors of Alaska for vast numbers of visitors and locals alike. The50 Hikesseries, with its strength in providing the kind of narrative descriptions that allow you to choose which hikes to actually take and the critically acclaimed maps that make sure you make it back from where you were hiking, will provide any walker or hiker with the right tools for visiting one of the most beautiful regions on the planet. 51 maps, 50 black & white photographs, index.

Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula

Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula
Author: Don Pitcher
Publisher: Moon Travel
Total Pages: 621
Release: 2016-05-10
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 163121277X

Moon Travel Guides: Find Your Adventure! Discover the rugged charms of The Last Frontier's mountains, glaciers, and rivers with Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries for any timeline or budget, including five days in Anchorage, to a weekend in Denali National Park, and a two-week adventure exploring each region Curated advice for outdoor adventurers, culture mavens, wildlife enthusiasts, budget travelers, and more Must-see attractions and off-beat ideas for making the most of your trip: Embark on a day cruise to admire the stunning fjords, and watch brown bears catching wild salmon out of a river. Go snowboarding at a mountain resort, or hike through alpine forests. Dine on fresh king crab at the best restaurants in Anchorage, or catch your own halibut on a fishing expedition. Take an intrepid "flightseeing" tour to secluded glacier landings in Denali National Park, and discover the best spots to see the northern lights dance across the sky Honest advice on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, from local author and Alaska expert Don Pitcher Full-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps throughout Detailed, thorough information including background on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and local culture With Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula's expert advice, myriad activities, and local insight on the best things to do and see, you can plan your trip your way. Craving more of Alaska? Check out Moon Alaska. Expanding your trip? Try Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip or Moon Banff National Park.

Hiking Alaska's Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve

Hiking Alaska's Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve
Author: Greg Fensterman
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2008-05-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1461746353

The first book of its kind for the largest national park in the United States. Six times the size of Yellowstone National Park, Wrangell-St. Elias welcomes 40,000 visitors every year, and each of them will maximize the visit with this all-new guidebook. Detailed information is provided for navigating fifty of the best hiking routes through 13.2 million acres of Alaskan wilderness. The book is organized by type of trip: day hikes, frontcountry treks (starting from road-accessible trailheads), and remote backcountry treks (accessible via fly-in). There are detailed maps and black and white photographs as well as sidebars and narratives about river crossings, navigation, bear safety, wildlife, seasonal changes, and finding the routes.

Lonely Planet Alaska 1

Lonely Planet Alaska 1
Author: Brendan Sainsbury
Publisher: Lonely Planet
Total Pages: 727
Release: 2022-10
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1837580944

Lonely Planet’s Alaska is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all that Alaska has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Hike the history-laden Chilkoot Trail, spot icebergs and wildlife in Glacier Bay and marvel at the majesty of the Northern Lights; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet’s Alaska Travel Guide: What’s NEW in this edition? Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak NEW top experiences feature - a visually inspiring collection of Alaska’s best experiences and where to have them What's NEW feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card* with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel Planning tools for family travellers Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Eating & drinking in Alaska - we reveal the dishes and drinks you have to try Color maps and images throughout Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics Over 63 maps Covers The Bush, Kodiak, Katmai & Southwest Alaska, Denali & the Interior, Anchorage & Around, Kenai Peninsula, Prince William Sound and Juneau & the Southeast and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Alaska, our most comprehensive guide to Alaska, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s USA guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)

Alaska

Alaska
Author: Traveler T Terpening
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides
Total Pages: 472
Release: 2010
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781841622989

The only guide to feature the destinations in Alaska accessible by rail, car and ferry written by an author who grew up in Alaska and continues to live there today.

Outside in the Interior

Outside in the Interior
Author: Kyle Joly
Publisher: University of Alaska Press
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2016-04-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1602232806

59 hikes, floats, skis, and strolls in the Interior.