Hiking Las Vegas

Hiking Las Vegas
Author: Branch Whitney
Publisher: Huntington Press Inc
Total Pages: 282
Release: 1997
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0929712218

This one-of-a kind guide is devoted to southern Nevada's recreational wonderland. It details 20 hikes on the slopes of Mount Charleston, the highest mountain in southern Nevada and only a 60-minute drive from the Las Vegas Strip. It also describes 40 trails, paths, and routes in BLM's showcase Red Rock Canyon Recreation Area, less than half an hour from Glitter Gulch.

Base Camp Las Vegas

Base Camp Las Vegas
Author: Deborah Wall
Publisher: IMBRIFEX BOOKS
Total Pages: 430
Release: 2017-08-08
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0997236981

Situated in the heart of the magnificent Southwest, Las Vegas is surrounded by spectacular natural landscapes. Within easy reach are five national parks, including Zion, Grand Canyon, and Death Valley. Dozens of state parks, regional preserves, recreation areas, and public lands offer amazing variety, from sand dunes and salt flats to alpine meadows, waterfalls, and ancient forests. Unique plant and animal life as well as archaeology, paleontology, and fascinating Wild West history are all waiting to be discovered in this region, making Las Vegas an ideal basecamp: Hikers can enjoy solitude and unspoiled wilderness by day and world-class urban amenities by night. Base Camp Las Vegas includes 101 of the best hiking destinations within hours of Las Vegas. Base Camp Las Vegas tells hikers where and when to go--and also how to prepare--to enjoy the best trails this unparalleled region has to offer.

Hiking Las Vegas

Hiking Las Vegas
Author: Branch Whitney
Publisher: Anthony Curtis
Total Pages: 378
Release: 2011-05
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781935396468

Branch Whitney has hiked and climbed more than 3,000 miles, led more than 2,000 hikers to summits, and blazed wild and rewarding scrambling routes all over the Southwest. When Whitney claims that some of the best hiking and rock-scrambling in the United States are within an hour of the Las Vegas Strip, you can believe him.Hiking Las Vegas is now available in a newly updated edition, covering Red Rock Canyon, Mount Charleston, and Lake Mead, and featuring everything from relaxing trails to challenging climbs for advanced daredevils. Every hike includes driving directions to the trailhead; a quick-reference guide to difficulty, distance, elevation, and completion time; step-by-step instructions on how to get from the trailhead to the final destination; gorgeous color photos and helpful waypoints; and dozens of quick tips so you can stay safe while getting the best views possible.

Hiking the Southwest

Hiking the Southwest
Author: Branch Whitney
Publisher: Huntington Press Inc
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2010-04
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1935396366

This book provides recommendations for, descriptions of, and directions to the best hikes and adventures throughout the American Southwest. From canyoneering in Zion National Park and scrambling in Red Rock Canyon to hiking the highest peaks in Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico, Hiking the Southwest puts them all within reach. Author Branch Whitney has hiked and climbed more than 3,000 miles, led 2,000 hikers to summits all over the Southwest, and discovered some of the wildest scrambling routes in the country. In this book, Whitney provides detailed hike descriptions and extensive colour photographs of key landmarks; valuable information on the distance, difficulty, elevation gain, class rating, and best season for each hike; and practical data on permits, lodging and camping, and GPS waypoints. Finally, one book gives you everything you need to get the most out of the best hikes in the amazing Southwest!

Hiking Big Bend National Park

Hiking Big Bend National Park
Author: Laurence Parent
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 205
Release: 2005-06-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0762797460

Fully updated and revised, this comprehensive guide features forty-seven trails in Big Bend National Park.

Base Camp Reno: 101 Hikes from Sage to Snow

Base Camp Reno: 101 Hikes from Sage to Snow
Author: Christopher Barile
Publisher: Base Camp
Total Pages:
Release: 2022-04-05
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781945501586

Reno: A Base Camp for All Seasons Ideally positioned between the spectacular peaks and lakes of California's Sierra Nevadas and the vast and varied Great Basin of Nevada, Reno is an unparalleled hub for exploring the natural beauty and grandeur this region offers. The area's four-season climate combined with year-round sun guarantees that every day can be a great day to go exploring. Discover the dramatic scenery and diverse terrain of ten distinct geographical regions with 101 hikes--all within no more than an hour's drive from downtown Reno. Enjoy a trail through snowbanks or amble along a sandy path. Traverse sage-covered hillsides or walk through meadows of wildflowers. Stroll along peaceful creeks or ascend to craggy cliffs and mountaintops. With Christopher and Elizabeth Barile as your guides and Reno as your base camp, you'll find your perfect adventure, whether you have a few hours to spend or time for an all-day trek. History, geology, flora, and fauna for each hike Best hikes for each season, and where to enjoy spring wildflowers, fall foliage, and more Ratings for trail conditions, difficulty, and suitability for children Detailed driving directions to trailheads and info about parking Regional maps showing all trailheads in each chapter; route and elevation map for each hike Best hikes for kids, teens, and adults with limited ability Elevation gains, mileage, average hiking times, and even calculated caloric burn! Hikes by interest: waterfalls, rock scrambling, bird watching, petroglyphs, wild horses, and many more How to prepare & what to take 101 great hikes to choose from!

Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks: Danger in the Narrows

Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks: Danger in the Narrows
Author: Mike Graf
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 99
Release: 2012-03-20
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0762784067

Each book in the Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8-13 takes the Parker family to a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as interesting facts about park activities, natural history, outdoor safety, and much more. All books have been vetted and approved by park officials and park associations. Each book includes color illustrations and photographs.

Best Day Hikes on the Arizona National Scenic Trail

Best Day Hikes on the Arizona National Scenic Trail
Author: Sirena Rana Dufault
Publisher:
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2020-08-04
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781643590097

This guide presents the most interesting and accessible portions of the Arizona National Scenic Trail in 26 carefully crafted routes.

Rambles and Scrambles

Rambles and Scrambles
Author: Courtney Purcell
Publisher: Backcountryexplorer
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2015-02-16
Genre:
ISBN: 9780692381311

This second edition of Courtney Purcell's Las Vegas-focused peakbagging guidebook has been expanded to cover nearly 950 different peaks across the Desert Southwest. From Grand Canyon National Park to Great Basin National Park, Red Rock to Sedona, "Rambles & Scrambles: A Peakbagging Guide to the Desert Southwest" is destined to become the peakbaggers' bible to the region.

Best Hikes Las Vegas

Best Hikes Las Vegas
Author: Bruce Grubbs
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2020-12-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493051245

Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? Best Hikes Las Vegas details the very best trail adventures within an hour's drive of the greater Las Vegas area. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs, a brief hike description, trailhead location, directional cues, and a detailed map.