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Great Places: Washington: A Recreational Guide to Washington's Public Lands and Historic Places for Birding, Hiking, Photography, Fishing, Hunting and Camping
John Kruse's personal experiences guide the reader through the myriad public lands. He explains the geology, animal and plant life, and history of Washington's most-storied and scenic locales, including the best local lodging and amenities. Out-of-staters and Washington residents alike will find much of interest in this full-color guide.
Coastal Hikes: A Guide to West Coast Hiking in British Columbia and Washington State (Wild Isle Guide)
Foghorn Outdoors Washington Hiking: The Complete Guide to More Than 400 Hikes
The first book to cover every worthwhile destination in Washington, this is the hiker's guide to finding the best hikes in Washington state. Descriptive listings include coverage of hikes along the Interstate 90 corridor, all within 90 minutes of Seattle, and the three Washington National Parks: Olympic, Mt. Rainier, and the North Cascades. Families, day-trippers, and seasoned hikers looking for a change of pace will all find the perfect trail among the options selected by outdoor enthusiast and hiking expert Scott Leonard. This guidebook provides updated, easy-to-use region and trail maps, complete information on fees, permits, user groups, contacts and driving directions for every possible hike. Foghorn Outdoors Washington Hiking has the details on the best available hiking in Washington.
Backpacking Washington: From Volcanic Peaks to Rainforest Valleys
Now completely updated for a second edition, Backpacking Washington remains the only comprehensive guide to all of the Evergreen State's best extended backpacking trips. Ranging from three days to two weeks, these 28 adventures visit every corner of the state, including the wild beaches of the Olympic Peninsula, the vast interior of the Pasayten Wilderness, Mt. Rainier's famous Wonderland Trail, the volcanic wasteland around Mt. St. Helens, and the little-known Salmo-Priest Wilderness, where hikers may glimpse grizzly bears.
Hiking Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness: Day Hikes and Easy Overnights
Miles of hiking trails surround the more than 600 glacier-carved lakes tucked among the craggy peaks of the central Cascade Range that are the centerpiece of this magnificent wilderness. Alpine Lakes has been called Washington's "Backyard Wilderness" because it is within an hour's drive of half the state's population and outdoor recreation opportunities abound.
Beyond Mount Si: The Best Hikes Within 85 Miles of Seattle
Day Hiking, Olympic Peninsula (Done in a Day)
Introducing next-generation trail guides for the Northwest. We asked hikers what they want in a trail guide today and this is what they said: more day hikes, with options for extending the trip; hike selection conveniently arranged by highway and travel corridors; more hikes close to urban centers; more year-round hikes at low elevation; clear driving directions; a portable size; and more use of color. To meet the needs of the modern hiker, The Mountaineers Books introduces its new Day Hiking guidebook series, written by Northwest residents with impressive hiking resumes. These guides provide accurate information in attractive, high-quality packaging and are infused with the environmental ethic that distinguishes The Mountaineers Books from other outdoor publishers.
Day Hiking: Snoqualmie Region (Done in a Day)
Introducing next-generation trail guides for the Northwest We asked hikers what they want in a trail guide today and this is what they said: more day hikes, with options for extending the trip; hike selection conveniently arranged by highway and travel corridors; more hikes close to urban centers; more year-round hikes at low elevation; clear driving directions; a portable size; and more use of color. To meet the needs of the modern hiker, The Mountaineers Books introduces its new Day Hiking guidebook series, written by Northwest residents with impressive hiking resumes. These guides provide accurate information in attractive, high-quality packaging and are infused with the environmental ethic that distinguishes The Mountaineers Books from other outdoor publishers.
Best Hikes With Dogs in Western Washington: Western Washington
Now hikers can find the best dog-friendly hiking trails in western Washington. Author Dan Nelson provides information about leash laws, hiking methods most suitable for different-sized dogs, and how to choose routes where your dog will be least likely to disturb other hikers. Fun factor included, of course! These hikes are as varied as the hikers and their dogs. You'll find hikes from easy three-mile trips, such as Twin Falls, to a nine-mile hike on Blankenship Meadows Ramble. Discover Poodle Dog Pass and Dog Lake, too! Dramatic landscapes with awe-inspiring peaks, alpine meadows, wilderness lakes, and tumbling creeks are sure to please.
Hiking Olympic National Park, 2nd: A Guide to the Park's Greatest Hiking Adventures
This updated edition of Hiking Olympic National Park features sixty-six of the finest trails in and around the park plus forty additional trail recommendations throughout northwest Washington’s spectacular landscape. These trails crisscross the park’s wilderness ecosystem, stretching from the beaches of the Pacific to the heart of the Olympic Mountains. Whether you choose a strenuous backpacking trip over glacier-clad mountains or a short stroll through a temperate rain forest, veteran trail guide and author Erik Molvar provides all the information you need to make the most of hiking the Olympic Peninsula. For more than twenty-five years, FalconGuides® have set the standard for outdoor guidebooks. Written by top experts, each guide invites you to experience the adventure and beauty of the outdoors.
       
 

 

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