Download or read book Adventure Hikes and Canyoneering in the San Gabriels written by Christopher Earls Brennen and published by . This book was released on 1999-08 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to adventure hiking and canyoneering in San Gabriel mountains of California.
Download or read book Trails of the Angeles written by David Harris and published by Wilderness Press. This book was released on 2021-02-09 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the San Gabriel Mountains with This Authoritative Hiking Guide Escape the rapid-paced urban life of Southern California, and step into the open, rugged terrain of the San Gabriel Mountains. Here, amid forest, chaparral, and stream, you’ll revitalize yourself in nature’s unhurried environment. Visit Eaton Canyon Falls, the most popular waterfall in the Angeles National Forest. Enjoy a family-friendly hike to a historic fire lookout site on Vetter Mountain. Challenge yourself on the San Antonio Ridge, the hardest traverse in the Angeles. Now in its 10th edition, Trail of the Angeles by David Harris and John W. Robinson has been the region’s trusted hiking guide for more than 45 years. It describes 100 spectacular trails—ranging from one-hour strolls to challenging two-day backcountry trips—in the mountain range that looms large over the Los Angeles Basin. Featuring 18 new hikes, Trail of the Angeles guides you into almost every corner of the San Gabriels. Inside You’ll Find: Descriptions of 100 hikes, including 18 new outings Trip difficulty evaluations, season recommendations, length, and elevation gain/loss Historical photos and descriptions, including the first American Indian footpaths, early pioneer homesteads, and landmarks still visible from the Great Hiking Era “Trails That Used to Be”: ghost trails that have vanished or are now impassable BONUS: A folded full-color map detailing all the hikes described in the book
Download or read book Trails of the Angeles written by John Robinson and published by Wilderness Press. This book was released on 2013-07-02 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rugged San Gabriel Mountains, rising starkly from the edge of the Los Angeles Basin, provide a sharp contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city and its surroundings. Angelinos across the county (a population of almost 10 million), as well as visitors from out of state, welcome the opportunity to escape from city chaos into the quiet wilderness. This 9th edition of the classic Wilderness Press guide has been revised and updated to reflect recent trail changes, and now includes trips in the Fish Canyon Narrows, along Alder Creek, and to Jones Peak, as well as perennial favorites such as Old Baldy, Mt. Wilson, and Devils Punchbowl. Each detailed trip description notes the distance, difficulty, and ideal season, and points out the highlights of the trail. The guide includes a companion 4-color waterproof topo map.
Download or read book Trails of the Angeles written by John W. Robinson and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completeley revised, this guide classic guide to the San Gabriel Mountains features recent trail changes due to fires and floods. It also showcases some new areas such as the Fish Canyon Narrows as well as perennial favories like Old Baldy.
Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes San Gabriel Valley written by Allen Riedel and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2009-09-15 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes San Gabriel Valley includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for nineteen easy-to-follow hikes.
Download or read book Trails of the Angeles written by and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Will Thrall and the San Gabriels written by Ronald C. Woolsey and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the 1930s and '40s Will Thrall was the leading voice in encouraging people to walk the San Gabriels' mountain trails and camp under the stars. A thorough biography of this influential and fascinating conservationist.
Download or read book The San Gabriels written by John W. Robinson and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Trails of the Angeles written by Wilderness Press and published by . This book was released on 2003-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book HIKE the San Gabriel Mountains written by Johm McKinney and published by Trailmaster. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most of the San Gabriel Mountains lie just north of metro Los Angeles and within Angeles National Forest, one of the nation's most popular national forests for hiking.In an effort to share the natural treasures near the metropolis, John McKinney, aka The Trailmaster, collected the best day hikes in the range and created "HIKE the San Gabriel Mountains."The guide is one of the popular books in The Trailmaster Pocket Guide Series, created especially for hikers and designed to fit perfectly in the hiker's pocket or pack. "HIKE the San Gabriel Mountains" details two dozen of the best day hikes and comes complete with The Trailmaster's colorful stories, trusted trail accounts and easy-to-follow maps by master mapmaker Tom Harrison.From Eaton Canyon to Echo Mountain to the top of Mt. Baldy, Hiking Expert John McKinney shares his favorite trails in the awesome mountains bordering L.A.Enjoy easy-to-access and classic trails through Big Santa Canyon and to Mt. Wilson, Mt. Lukens and Mt. Lowe. Cool-off in Icehouse Canyon, chill-out at San Antonio Falls, Eaton Canyon Falls and the San Gabriel River. Experience the alpine delights of Angeles National Forest with ascents of Mt. Islip, Mt. Williamson and Mt. Baden-Powell. "HIKE the San Gabriel Mountains" features a sampling of the best day hikes in the Angeles National Forest. The pocket guide features a range of hikes for everyone--easy nature hikes, moderate outings and all-day adventures.
Download or read book The Hayduke Trail written by Joe Mitchell and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traversing six national parks, a national recreation area, a national monument, and various wilderness study areas, the Hayduke Trail is a challenging, 800-mile backcountry route on the Colorado Plateau. This guide book is designed for experienced desert trekkers seeking a thorough-hiking experience on a well-tested route.
Download or read book Hike the San Gabriel Mountains written by John McKinney and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easy-to-use guide to the best hikes in the San Gabriel Mountains. Complete with colorful stories, proven trail accounts, clear maps and directions. Hikes feature waterfalls, wildflowers, breathtaking views, and more
Download or read book Hooked on Hiking Southern California written by Ann Marie Brown and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2013-07-23 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each of these decks is packed with 50 hiking adventures and comes equipped with a handy clip-on carabiner for bringing cards along wherever the trail leads. Take a hike through Southern California's beautiful parks, forests, and more. Hikes include: Joshua Tree Death Valley Channel Islands National Park Kings Canyon
Download or read book 101 Hikes in Southern California written by Jerry Schad and published by Wilderness Press. This book was released on 2013-07-22 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trek the diverse terrain of Southern California, from desert to beach to mountaintop, on an easy stroll or overnight adventure, with this ultimate guide to the 101 best hikes in the Southland. Covers the Santa Monica, San Gabriel, San Jacinto, and San Bernardino mountains, and the Mojave and Colorado deserts. This updated and revised edition of one of our best-selling guidebooks includes 12 new hikes and updated information for hikes from the previous edition. All trips have been rehiked for this update. Each trip includes a map, photos, trail highlights, and symbols to tell you the basics of the trip at a glance. Each map now includes key GPS coordinates.
Download or read book 101 Hikes in Southern California written by David Harris and published by Wilderness Press. This book was released on 2022-06-14 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover 101 of the best hikes in Southern California, from family outings to 50-mile treks. The Southland is unparalleled for its beauty and diversity. A coastal trail, a desert hike, and a mountain trek are always just an hour or two away. Experience 101 of the region’s best hiking trips with authors David Harris and Jerry Schad. See a spectacular geological showcase cradled between two faults at the Devil’s Punchbowl. Find the ruins of a once grand Malibu mansion, now Solstice Canyon Park. Enjoy the natural hot springs alongside a mountain stream at Deep Creek. Take the guesswork out of choosing a trail that’s right for you. Each entry in this guidebook provides vital information like total distance, elevation gain or loss, hiking time, highlights, and difficulty—not to mention a full description of the route. You can take the entire family on a 1-mile stroll, or challenge yourself with a 52-mile backpacking trip. Inside you’ll find: 101 spectacular hikes, ranging from 1 to 52 miles Essential details such as distance, elevation change, and difficulty Route descriptions and directions to the trailheads Full-color maps and photographs Leave the urban world behind and discover the natural splendor of Southern California—from the Santa Monica and San Gabriel Mountains to the Laguna Mountains and Anza-Borrego Desert, from the Torrey Pines beaches to the summit of San Jacinto Peak.
Download or read book 101 Hikes in Southern California written by Jerry Schad and published by . This book was released on 2005-02 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trek the diverse terrain of Southern California, from desert to beach to mountaintop, on an easy stroll or overnight adventure, with this ultimate guide to the 101 best hikes in the Southland. Covers the Santa Monica, San Gabriel, San Jacinto, and San Bernardino mountains, and the Mojave and Colorado deserts. This updated and revised edition of one of our best-selling guidebooks includes 10 new hikes, with a greater emphasis on hiking opportunities in the fast-growing Ventura County and Inland Empire regions, and updated information for hikes from the first edition. For each trip you'll find all new maps, photos, the highlights of the trail, and symbols to tell you the basics of the trip at a glance.
Download or read book Day Hiking Los Angeles written by Casey Schreiner and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2016-11-04 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • 125 of the best trails throughout the Los Angeles metro area • Easy-to-use, well-organized guide to hiking in the greater Los Angeles area • Hikes feature ocean views, waterfalls, coastal canyons, native grasslands, rocky peaks, desert wildflowers, and more In Southern California, the city of Los Angeles alone covers more than 500 square miles. Yet beyond the freeways and suburbia, there is a surprising amount of hikeable green space and wilderness. This new guide details trails in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, the world’s largest urban national park stretching from the Pacific Coast right into Hollywood itself; the Santa Susana Mountains in Los Padres National Forest; Angeles National Forest, including the San Gabriels and Mount San Antonio, the highest point in Los Angeles County; the striking desert landscape of Antelope Valley; the Santa Ana Mountains; portions of the San Bernardino Mountains; Chino Hills State Park; and slivers of green space and city parks such as famed Griffith Park.
