Southern California, A Day Hiker's Guide

The Best Day Hikes in Southern California! Enjoy a full range of outstanding hikes in SoCal's parks, preserves and special places. In this new book, 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. Author of The Hiker's Way, Hike Smart, Live, Well, Go Green,"The Joy of Hiking, the native Southern Californian delights in sharing his favorite respites from city life: quiet canyons, peaceful forests, mountaintop retreats and lovely beaches. Enjoy a full range of outstanding hikes on classic trails and brand-new pathway. Find gentle family hikes, moderate jaunts and all-day adventures. Featuring: San Gabriel Mountains, Orange County parks, Palm Springs Canyons, Channel Island National Park, San Bernardino Mountains, Sant Monica Mountains, Catalina Island, San Jactinto Mountains, Ventura County parks, and much more! Safely discover the region's most compelling parks, preserves and special places with easy-to-follow maps and clear directions. Hit the trail to improved health as you share a fun and uplifting activity in the natural world with your friends and family. 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 trails accounts will help you select--and take--a quality hike you're guaranteed to like.