Five-Star Trails: Lake Tahoe

Five-Star Trails: Lake Tahoe
Author: Jordan Summers
Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2016-06-20
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1634040333

Covering the region surrounding the 22-mile-long lake, author Jordan Summers guides hikers along 40 of the region's best trails--all located within 25 miles of Lake Tahoe's shoreline. Trekkers can easily find the perfect hike with the complete trail descriptions for 27 day hikes and 13 overnight destinations. An accurate map, directions to the trailhead with coordinates for GPS use, and an elevation profile of each trail prepare hikers with the full picture of the route ahead. Generally intended for outdoors people of all ages and abilities, Five-Star Trails: Lake Tahoe describes great hikes from the Desolation, Mt. Rose, Granite Chief, and Mokelumne Wilderness areas, as well as along sections of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and portions of the Tahoe Rim Trail.

Afoot and Afield: Tahoe-Reno

Afoot and Afield: Tahoe-Reno
Author: Mike White
Publisher: Wilderness Press
Total Pages: 458
Release: 2015-10-13
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 089997791X

Ever since the Wild West days of Kit Carson and the Comstock Lode, visitors have been drawn to Reno-Tahoe in search of adventure. Today, the best adventures are found outdoors, where hikers can take lakeside strolls, mountain ascents, or simple walks with dogs and kids. Afoot & Afield: Reno-Tahoe, by local author Mike White, features more than 175 trips in a diverse range of terrain around Lake Tahoe and the communities of Reno, Sparks, Carson City, and Minden-Gardnerville. These trips are tailored for every type of hiker, and many are suited for mountain bikers. This new edition features 26 new hikes and all updated content.

Color the Tahoe Rim Trail

Color the Tahoe Rim Trail
Author: Jared Manninen
Publisher:
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2016-11-04
Genre:
ISBN: 9780983403654

The Tahoe Rim Trail is a continuous trail that travels around the mountainous rim of the Lake Tahoe Basin. People from all over the world have come to Lake Tahoe to venture out on the Tahoe Rim Trail. Whether you've already experienced many of the amazing sites to see on the Tahoe Rim Trail or are hoping to one day visit it, Color the Tahoe Rim Trail will take you on the entire 165+ mile journey around Lake Tahoe. Color the Tahoe Rim Trail features 79 full page illustrations for you to color, and is the first in Jared Manninen's series of wilderness activity books. Through engaging activities, tales of lessons learned, and education about backcountry skills and etiquette, these wilderness activity books will inspire creativity and help you cultivate adventure in your daily life.

Top Trails: Lake Tahoe

Top Trails: Lake Tahoe
Author: Mike White
Publisher: Wilderness Press
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2015-06-22
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0899977782

Top Trails Lake Tahoe explores the best trails for hiking and biking in the Tahoe area. The guide features the best hikes including the north side's splendid backcountry, the lake's sedate western side, the picturesque and popular areas south of the lake, including Desolation Wilderness, and D. L. Bliss and Emerald Bay state parks and the relatively undeveloped eastern side. Several hikes follow sections of the Tahoe Rim Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. Veteran author Mike White has selected the 50 best trips in the area, ranging in length from a mile-long stroll through a lush, lodgepole-lined meadow to a 20-mile trek on the Tahoe Rim Trail with excellent lake views. Among other significant updates, the third edition includes the new Rim to Reno Trail, newly constructed by volunteers in the Tahoe Rim Trail Association.

Top Trails: San Francisco Bay Area

Top Trails: San Francisco Bay Area
Author: David Weintraub
Publisher: Wilderness Press
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2010-12-10
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0899975712

Longtime San Francisco residents and intrepid hikers David Weintraub and Ben Pease have selected 44 "must-do" trips for hiking, running, and bicycling. Trails range from easy strolls to all-day treks, from 2 to 12 miles, covering the most scenic parks and preserves between Santa Rosa and San Jose. The second edition features new hikes in Muir Woods and the Presidio, more elevation profiles, and at-a-glance information helps you find the best wildflowers, fall color, bird-watching, camping, historic sites, and cool hikes for hot days.

The Tahoe Rim Trail

The Tahoe Rim Trail
Author: Tim Hauserman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2001-09
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780899972886

The Tahoe Rim Trail officially opened in September 2001, after 17 years and thousands of labor hours. Here's the definitive guide to this magnificent new route. Endorsed by the Tahoe Rim Trail Association and written by longtime Tahoe resident and guide Tim Hauserman, it will tell you about: --Weather, water, and when to go --Ways to enjoy the trail (hike, mountain bike, or ride a horse) --Great trips with kids --Colorful local legends and human history --Wildflowers and wild critters Eight manageable sections of the trail are presented in detailed prose and clear maps. Pick a day-hike or plan longer backcountry excursions. There are also a number of sidetrips to choose from along the trail or in the surrounding area. If breathtaking views of alpine peaks and clear Sierra lakes appeal to you, this book will help you find them.

Best Easy Day Hikes Sacramento

Best Easy Day Hikes Sacramento
Author: Tracy Salcedo
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 93
Release: 2009-03-17
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0762755733

Best Easy Day Hikes Sacramento features concise descriptions and easy-to-follow maps of sixteen easily manageable hikes within a short drive of Sacramento.

Top Trails Lake Tahoe

Top Trails Lake Tahoe
Author: Mike White
Publisher:
Total Pages: 638
Release: 2011-04-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9781459618701

Top Trails Lake Tahoe explores the best trails for hiking and biking in the Tahoe area, including the north side's splendid backcountry, the lake's sedate western side, the picturesque and popular areas south of the lake, including Desolation Wilderness and D. L. Bliss and Emerald Bay state parks and the relatively undeveloped eastern side. Several hikes follow sections of the Tahoe Rim Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. Veteran author Mike White has selected the 50 best trips in the area, ranging in length from a mile-long stroll through a lush, lodgepole-lined meadow to a 19-mile trek on the Tahoe Rim Trail with excellent lake views. The second edition includes six new trails, including a hike among brilliant autumn colors in Hunter Creek canyon and a stroll to delightful picnic spots near turbulent 200-foot Cascade Falls. Part of the award-winning Top Trails series, which features elevation profiles, detailed maps, driving directions, and innovative don't get lost trail milestones. Winner of the Benjamin Franklin Award for travel guides.