Download or read book Day Hikes in Ventura County California written by Robert Stone and published by . This book was released on 1998-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide covers 43 of the best hikes in the county. There are hikes from Point Magu State Park in the Santa Monica Mountains to the Matilija and Sespe Wilderness Areas in the Los Padres National Forest. There are hikes around the communities of Thousand Oaks, Ojai, Agoura Hills, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Fillmore, Santa Paula, Ventura, Camarillo, Newbury Park, and Oak Park. The hikes include steep, streamfed canyons with pools, waterfalls and grottos, weathered sandstone outcroppings and caves, rolling meadows and panoramic overlooks. No other book concentrates exclusively on Ventura County.

Download or read book Day Hikes Around Ventura County written by Robert Stone and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Day Hikes Around Ventura County includes 123 day hikes in this scenic coastal county just north of Los Angeles. Hikes range from scenic strolls to mountain-to-coast hikes with panoramic views. Highlights include beaches backed by bluffs, tidepools, forested canyons, waterfalls, rock outcroppings, ridge walks, historic sights, and old filming locations. 400 pages with clear descriptions, a map for every hike, and index. All levels of hiking are included.

Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes Ventura written by Monique Riedel and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2009-03-17 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes Ventura features concise descriptions and easy-to-follow maps of twenty easily manageable hikes.

Download or read book HIKE Ventura County written by John McKinney and published by Trailmaster. This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Buenaventura to Ojai Valley to the Simi Hills, Southern California Hiking Expert John McKinney shares his favorite trails to the county's captivating and diverse terrain.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 Ventura" comes complete with The Trailmaster's colorful stories, trusted trail accounts and easy-to-follow maps.Take sunscreen, a water bottle and this pocket-size guide and:* Find Shangri-La in Ojai's foothills and backcountry with hikes to Piedra Blanca, Pine Mountain and The Punchbowl.* Work-out on Nordhoff Peak, Simi Peak and Sulphur Mountain; chill-out at Sespe Creek, Matilija Creek and Rose Valley Falls.* Enjoy easy-to-access nature hikes in Ventura's parklands, and the superb trail system crossing the Conejo Valley and Simi Hills.The guide features the great hiking around Ojai, including Horn Canyon, Santa Paula Canyon and the Ojai Meadows Preserve and jaunts into the nearby Los Padres National Forest backcountry. Other highlights include trails at the outskirts of the city of Ventura and in the easily accessible Conejo Valley park system.

Download or read book Day Hikes Around Ventura County written by Robert Stone and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes 116 hikes in Ventura County and includes driving and hiking directions, maps, and notes on distance, hiking time, and elevation gain.

Download or read book Day Hikes Around Ventura County written by Robert Stone and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide covers 82 of the best hikes in this scenic coastal county just north of Los Angeles. The hikes span from the Pacific Coast to the mountainous interior and the Los Padres National Forest. Includes trails from national forests, state parks, wilderness area, undeveloped coastline, and green space within the metropolitan areas.

Download or read book Ventura Best Easy Day Hikes written by Monique Riedel and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 2009-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes Ventura features concise descriptions and easy-to-follow maps of twenty easily manageable hikes through the natural beauty and historic attractions of Ventura County--from the San Buenaventura Mission to off-shore islands and mainland sandy beaches, from the peaks of the Los Padres National Forest to the glamorous Santa Monica National Recreation Area. Look inside for: - Half-hour strolls and full-day adventures- Hikes for everyone, including families - Hikes ranked from easiest to most challenging- GPS-compatible trail maps

Download or read book Hiking and Backpacking Santa Barbara and Ventura written by Craig R. Carey and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-05 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Named for the Spanish padres who established a network of missions along California's southern and central coasts, the Los Padres National Forest is the second-largest National Forest in the state, encompassing approximately 1,950,000 acres - nearly half of which is federally-designated wilderness. Hiking and Backpacking Santa Barbara and Ventura fills a huge gap in coverage of this great hiking and backpacking destination, leading the reader through the varied terrain of the forest's southern districts, from the fern-clad grottoes of the Santa Barbara frontcountry to the sweeping vistas and granite-clad ridges of the Chumash Wilderness.No other guide covers the region in such detail, and not since Dennis Gagnon's near-legendary guides in the 70s and 80s has the Santa Barbara (and Ventura) backcountry been given the guidebook treatment ... but this book goes even further. Every official trail (and many use trails) in the Santa Barbara, Ojai, and Mt. Pinos districts are covered here, including those in the southern San Rafael Wilderness, Dick Smith Wilderness, Matilija Wilderness, Sespe Wilderness, Chumash Wilderness, the Santa Ynez Recreation Area, Rose Valley, the Santa Barbara and Montecito frontcountry, the Ojai frontcountry, and the Santa Paula/Fillmore frontcountry.

Download or read book Southern California written by John McKinney and published by Trailmaster Incorporated/ Olympus Press. This book was released on 2009-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Best Day Hikes in Southern California! Longtime Los Angeles Times hiking columnist John McKinney, a.k.a. The Trailmaster, details 150 hikes and reveals how you can get the most out of your time on the trail. All you need to know about hiking in SoCal's parks, preserves and special places: San Gabriel Mountains, Santa Monica Mountains, Orange County, Ventura County and Santa Barbara, as well as the best trails along the coast, in the desert and on the islands. Save time and money and reduce your fuel costs by learning about the wide range of hiking experiences available so surprisingly close to home. The author's colorful stories and proven trail accounts will help you select-and take-a quality hike you're guranteed to like.

Download or read book Hiking Backpacking Santa Barbara Ventura written by Craig R. Carey and published by Wilderness Press. This book was released on 2021-03-09 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find Adventure in California’s Los Padres National Forest Majestic waterfalls, sweeping vistas, granite-clad ridges, and hot springs—the southern Los Padres National Forest stretches across Southern California’s incomparable scenery. Let local author Craig R. Carey lead you through the best of this varied terrain. Hiking & Backpacking Santa Barbara & Ventura presents nearly 100 of the finest routes between Gaviota Pass and Lake Piru. Explore lush trails above Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, Ventura, Ojai, Santa Paula, Fillmore, and Piru. Plan a day hike, a weekend backpacking trip, or a deep backcountry journey through stretches of the Chumash, San Rafael, Dick Smith, Sespe, and Matilija wildernesses. This guide provides the information you need to plan and implement your next hiking and backpacking adventure! Inside You’ll Find 98 of the top routes in California’s second-largest national forest Day trips, weekend excursions, and deep backcountry treks Detailed section maps and GPS coordinates Waypoints, camps, trailhead directions, and permit information Recommendations for hiking with children

Download or read book Day Hikes on the California Southern Coast written by Robert Stone and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is a collection of 100 coastal hikes in southern California.

Download or read book Medicinal Herbs of California written by Lanny Kaufer and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-12-30 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Medicinal Herbs of California is the first statewide field guide to more than 70 common medicinal plants of California. This vital addition to the California naturalist’s shelf will introduce readers to the principles of herbal remedies, history and roots in native cultures, scientific information, and how to find and incorporate medicinal plants into daily life. Inside you’ll find: Photos and descriptions to help with positive identification Common and scientific names and the plant families Conservation status Modern and traditional uses The science behind natural phytochemicals that have earned these plants a place in Native American medicine for thousands of years.

Download or read book Hiking and Backpacking Santa Barbara and Ventura written by Craig R. Carey and published by Wilderness Press. This book was released on 2012-06-19 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Named for the Spanish padres who established a network of missions along California’s southern and central coasts, the Los Padres National Forest is the second-largest National Forest in the state, encompassing approximately 1,950,000 acres — nearly half of which is federally-designated wilderness. Hiking and Backpacking Santa Barbara and Ventura fills a huge gap in coverage of this great hiking and backpacking destination, leading the reader through the varied terrain of the forest’s southern districts, from the fern-clad grottoes of the Santa Barbara frontcountry to the sweeping vistas and granite-clad ridges of the Chumash Wilderness. No other guide covers the region in such detail, and not since Dennis Gagnon’s near-legendary guides in the 70s and 80s has the Santa Barbara (and Ventura) backcountry been given the guidebook treatment … but this book goes even further. Every official trail (and many use trails) in the Santa Barbara, Ojai, and Mt. Piños districts are covered here, including those in the southern San Rafael Wilderness, Dick Smith Wilderness, Matilija Wilderness, Sespe Wilderness, Chumash Wilderness, the Santa Ynez Recreation Area, Rose Valley, the Santa Barbara and Montecito frontcountry, the Ojai frontcountry, and the Santa Paula/Fillmore frontcountry.

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Download or read book Day Hikes Around Santa Barbara written by Robert Stone and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Santa Barbara landscape is a picturesque mix of sandy coastline and forested mountains. The temperate climate and gentle ocean breezes have distinguished this area as the "jewel of the American Riviera." This comprehensive guide clearly describes the attractions and routes to all of the area's best day hikes. A wide range of hikes accommodates all levels of experience, from coastal beach walks to steep canyon climbs with stunning panoramas.

Download or read book Lonely Planet Best Day Hikes California written by Amy C Balfour and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2022-07 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet’s Best Day Hikes California is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a hike that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Explore Yosemite, marvel at redwoods, and hike the coast. Get to the heart of California and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Best Day Hikes California Travel Guide: Color maps and images throughout Special features - on California’s highlights for hikers, kid-friendly hikes, accessible trails and what to take Best for... section helps you plan your trip and select hikes that appeal to your interests Region profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what’s on, cultural insights, and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh. Featured regions include: Northern Coast & Redwoods, Marin County & the Bay Area, California’s Central Coast, SoCal Coast, Southern Deserts, Kings Canyon, Sequoia & the Southern Sierras, Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe & Gold Country, Northern Mountains Essential info at your fingertips - hiking itineraries accompanied by illustrative maps are combined with details about hike duration, distance, terrain, start/end locations and difficulty (classified as easy, easy-moderate, moderate, moderate-hard, or hard) Over 60 maps The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Best Day Hikes California, our most comprehensive guide to hiking in California, is perfect for those planning to explore California on foot. Looking for more information on California? Check out Lonely Planet’s California guide for a comprehensive look at what 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)

Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes Redding California written by Montana Hodges and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010-05-04 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes Redding, California includes concise descriptions of the best short hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes. The 23 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and guaranteed to please.