150 walks along the coast at the best spots—state beaches, national parks, cool seaside towns. Choose from easy strolls, nature hikes, all-day adventures.

Discover California's Magnificent Coastline!

Explore the Natural World of the California Coast

Including:

• Redwood National Park
• Lost Coast & the King Range
• Mendocino
• Point Reyes National Seashore
• San Francisco Bay
• Monterey Bay
• Big Sur
• Nipomo Dunes
• Santa Barbara
• Channel Islands National Park
• Palos Verdes Peninsula
• Torrey Pines State Reserve
• and more ....

Explore the natural world of the California coast. Clear maps and directions, nature and history notes reveal the wonders of Gold Bluffs, Heart's Desire Beach, Nipomo Dunes and Big Sur, with walks for everyone from easy outings to all-day scenic adventures.

150 Favorite Walking Adventures along the splendorous California coast, presented by acclaimed nature writer and longtime Los Angeles Times hiking columnist John McKinney. Visit an elephant seal colony, tour a historic lighthouse, ramble through the redwoods, discover a hidden black-sand beach.

"An ideal companion for a drive along Highway 1. You'll find a wealth of information about where to hike and what to see. After reading it, you'll feel a little closer to the edge of the continent."
- The Sierra Club Southern Sierran

"More than a compendium of hikes. Packed with intriguing stories about the history of towns, harbors, beaches and parks."
- Sunset Magazine