Wild Northern California: A Guide to 41 Roadless Recreation Areas; Including the Entire Sierra Nevada (Wild Series)

Let Wild Northern California be your comprehensive guide to forty-one roadless recreation areas in northern and central California. Explore the pristine lands of the North Coast Ranges, the Klamath Mountains, the southern Cascades, the Modoc Plateau, the northern Great Basin, and the entire Sierra Nevada. Each carefully researched profile includes; at-a-glance information on location, size, and management status; a map showing major access roads, trails, and access points; an overview of the landscape and its major features; a description of local recreational uses; and a suggested excursion - day hike, backpack, horsepacking trip, or overnighter - with detailed information on how to get there, what you'll see, and when the best times are to go. In addition, you'll learn about protecting and preserving wilderness areas, tips for having a safe trip, and being prepared for unexpected hazards. Wild Northern California will show you the best recreational opportunities for exploring the diverse landscapes and unspoiled beauty of Northern California's wildlands. (6 X 9, 368 pages, b&w photos, maps)Ron Adkison is the author of 'Wild Northern California: A Guide to 41 Roadless Recreation Areas; Including the Entire Sierra Nevada (Wild Series)', published 2001 under ISBN 9781560447818 and ISBN 1560447818.