Los Angeles County, A Day Hiker’s Guide
by John McKinney
Los Angeles County, A Day Hiker’s Guide reveals that the green spaces and tranquil places of Los Angeles are closer—and more accessible—that most people know. The author—a native Southern Californian—shares his favorite respites from city life: quiet canyons, peaceful forests, mountaintop retreats and lovely beaches.
“Head for the hills and enjoy the natural beauty nearby,” states author John McKinney. “With a half-dozen mountain ranges, a hundred parks and preserves, plus a legendary coastline, Los Angeles County is one of America’s finest hiking areas—if you know where to go.”
The book includes a full range of more than 125 hikes on Los Angeles’s classic trails and brand-new pathways in the San Gabriel Mountains, Griffith Park, Santa Monica Mountains, Hollywood Hills, Verdugo Mountains and much more.
- Colorful stories, clear maps, easy-to-follow directions
- Best hikes for waterfalls, wildflowers, mountaintop vistas
- Best hikes for families, romance, out-of-town guests
- Nature walks, moderate hikes, all-day adventures
Reviews
“Those unfamiliar with the rural or downright wild landscapes just a short ride from the Los Angeles metropolitan area are in for some surprises. Those who are familiar will be reminded of past pleasures and will be pulling their hiking boots out of the closet.”
--Pasadena Star-News
“Longing to feel the breeze on your neck and the earth beneath your feet? Aching to put some California miles on your new hiking boots? McKinney shows you just where to go to enjoy.”
--Thousand Oaks News Chronicle
Los Angeles County, A Day Hiker’s Guide is one in a series that includes:
Southern California, A Day Hiker’s Guide and OrangeCounty, A Day Hiker’s Guide Buy all three and save!
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Book Details: ISBN: 0-9786575-0-0 |
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