UPDATED FOR 2025. Did you know that you can camp for free on much of America's public lands? Boondocking/dispersed camping is growing rapidly in popularity as more and more people take to their vans, RVs, SUVs, trucks, and cars to explore the backroads of America's forests and deserts in search of solitude and natural beauty.I Have a Lot of Experience Doing Dispersed Camping!I'm John Soares, a writer for businesses and nonprofits for nearly...

An update of the popular and gorgeous full-color guidebook to Northern California’s most iconic hikesDiscover a mother lode of outdoor treasures in this completely revised and updated fourth edition of 100 Classic Hikes in Northern California from expert hiker John Soares. A blend of favorite trails and explorations of lesser-known wildlands, these 100 hikes take you to unforgettable mountain views, verdant meadows, roaring waterfalls, sapphire-blue alpine...

• 125 day hikes aimed at a variety of skill levels• A popular outdoor sports destination of iconic parks and mountainsDay Hiking: Mount Shasta, Lassen & Trinity Alps Regions covers the expansive and beautiful geographic triangle comprised of these three areas. This new guide features:• Trailhead driving directions, trail descriptions, length and elevation data, nearby campgrounds, and more• Star ratings applied to every hike• GPS coordinates for...

The city of Sacramento and the surrounding urban area has a rich history as the state’s capitol. With a half million residents and a diverse, professional workforce, Sacramento is a dynamic and growing urban area--one whose walkers, runners, and hikers will welcome a guide to the best paths, parks, and trails! Metropolitan area includes Davis, Folsom, Roseville, Auburn, Elk Grove and more. Features include:35 trails in city and nearby towns, hills, valleysAt-a-glanc...

Features hikes everyone, including children and seniors, can enjoyHighlights must-see park sights and activities beyond hikingFull-color maps and photos throughoutHike the Parks: Redwood National & State Parks is the first in a new series of national park hiking guides that feature an easy-to-use design, pocket-sized format, and full-color photos and maps, with top trails detailed alongside top sights. These public lands offer a breathtakin...

• Inspirational full-color guides with over 150 color photographs in eachHiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Washington is written by Tami Asars. Tami grew up in western Washington playing in the North Cascades. She teaches classes on backpacking basics, lightweight backpacking, and more. A former employee of REI, she now dedicates her time to outdoor writing and photography and is the author of two guidebooks, including Hiking the Wonderland Trail. Tami lives in the Cascade f...

Instead of guiding travelers through the arduous task of hiking the entire PCT, the goal of this book is to help plan trips that incorporate hiking on the PCT in Northern California, whether hikers have just an afternoon to spare or want to escape for the entire weekend. The author's hike choices most often include the opportunity for a wilderness swim or a summit hike to take in outstanding views. Maps and elevation graphs were carefully produced using GPS data collected by the author whi...

"California's magnificent Sierra Nevada mountain range packs a punch when it comes to adventuring. Join local author Wilbur Morrison as he walks you along the Pacific Crest Trail and the John Muir Trail, through King's Canyon, up to the top of Mount Whitney, and swimming in Lake Tahoe. Offering tips on exploring this fantastic area alone, Morrison also lists local outfitters who can help you plan a horseback riding trip, a hike, a biking excursion or an overnight trek." - Amazon review. Th...

Each hike features an individual trail map, elevation profile, and at-a-glance information, helping readers quickly find the perfect trip. Sized to fit in a pocket, the book's detailed trail descriptions will help readers find their way on and off the trail. Driving directions and GPS trailhead coordinates will help with navigating the myriad of unnamed roads. The trails covered range from those best suited to the novice, families, experienced hikers, or backpackers.

Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon is written by Eli Boschetto. A hiker, writer, and photographer, Eli reveled in going deep for Oregon! Since 2011, he has been the editor of Washington Trails magazine, which he manages from his home in Portland, Oregon. Eli is also a regional correspondent for Backpacker magazine.The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) meanders from the California-Mexico border north to the border of Washington and Canada. It’s...

CLICK HERE to download the 5 out of 5 star rated hike, "Thirteen Mile Mountain" (not actually 13 miles long!) from Day Hiking Eastern Washington(Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox)One of the comprehensive regional editions in the popular "Day Hiking series" for Washington State1% of sales are donated to t...

The Pacific Northwest has some of the most awe-inspiring national parks in the country, and this guide will lead you to the 75 best day hikes in all of them!For hikers of all ages and abilities, here is your guide to easy hikes in national parks and monuments throughout Washington and Oregon including:• North Cascades National Park• San Juan Islands National Monument• Olympic National Park• Mount Rainier National Park• Mount St. ...