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Surfer Magazine s Guide to Northern and Central California Surf Spots
Surfer Magazine's Guide to Northern and Central California Surf Spots
by Surfer Magazine (COL)
Paperback from Chronicle Books
ISBN: 0811849988

Surfer Magazine offers the ultimate guide to catching the best waves from the redwood shores of the Oregon-California border to the wind- blasted coastal plains of San Luis Obispo County. For more than 250 spots, this sturdy manual sporting a water-resistant covers delivers a clear assessment of wave quality, prime wave conditions, and local hazards (both natural and manmade). Informative text answers the burning questions that surfers often pose: What tide? What wind? What swell? How are the locals? Are they worse than the sharksor the traffic? With helpful maps, photos, and directions, this Surfer's Guide is sure to become the gold standard for anyone looking to score the perfect wave.
 
Surfer Magazine s Guide to Southern California Surf Spots
Surfer Magazine's Guide to Southern California Surf Spots
by The Editors of Chronicle Books Surfer Magazine
Paperback from Chronicle Books
ISBN: 0811850005

Surfer Magazine offers the ultimate guide to catching the best waves from the pristine points of Santa Barbara to the sunny beaches of San Diego. For more than 250 spots, this sturdy manual sporting a water-resistant cover delivers a clear assessment of wave quality, prime wave conditions, and local hazards (both natural and manmade). Informative text answers the burning questions that surfers often pose: What tide? What wind? What swell? How are the locals? Are they worse than the sharksor the traffic? With helpful maps, photos, and directions, this Surfer's Guide is sure to become the gold standard for anyone looking to score the perfect wave.
 
Moon California Hiking (Moon Handbooks)
Moon California Hiking (Moon Handbooks)
by Tom Stienstra, Ann Marie Brown
Paperback from Avalon Travel Publishing
ISBN: 1566918324
Best-selling outdoors authors Tom Stienstra and Ann Marie Brown know the best hiking trails in the Golden State, from breathtaking coastal walks north of Los Angeles to challenging backcountry treks in the Sierra Nevada. Drawing from the knowledge and experience of both authors, Moon California Hiking leads beginner and expert hikers alike to the best trails the state has to offer. The eighth edition of this classic guidebook includes 21 new hikes and unique lists of Bests" like Best Hikes to Waterfalls and Best Hikes to See Wildlife. Complete with helpful icons which rate the difficulty and quality of each hike, detailed regional maps, and hiking tips, Moon California Hiking provides hikers with first-rate expert advice and all the necessary tools to head outdoors.
 
Southern California, A Day Hiker s Guide
Southern California, A Day Hiker's Guide
by John McKinney
Paperback from Olympus Press / The Trailmaster
ISBN: 0978657527

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 discoverthe region's most compelling parks, preserves and special places with easy-to-follow maps and clear diretions. 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 guranteed to like.
 
Hiking Northern California
Hiking Northern California
by Ron Adkison
Paperback from Falcon
ISBN: 156044701X
Detailed descriptions of more than 600 miles of trails, up-to-date trail maps, and information for planning adventures in the backcountry from the Oregon border to the Southern Sierras.
 
Moon California Fishing: The Complete Guide to Fishing on Lakes, Streams, Rivers, and the Coast (Moon Handbooks)
Moon California Fishing: The Complete Guide to Fishing on Lakes, Streams, Rivers, and the Coast (Moon Handbooks)
by Tom Stienstra
Paperback from Avalon Travel Publishing
ISBN: 1566918405
Acclaimed outdoors author and expert angler Tom Stienstra knows the best fishing spots in the Golden State, from the crystal-clear lakes dotting the Sierra Nevada to the abundant waters just off the coast of San Francisco. Moon California Fishing leads both beginner and expert anglers to the best lakes, rivers, and coasts that the state has to offer. The eighth edition of this classic guidebook offers detailed descriptions of over 2,000 fishing locations and includes over 70 pages of fishing tips and advice. Complete with detailed regional maps as well as directions and ratings for each location, Moon California Fishing provides anglers with first-rate expert advice and all the necessary tools to head outdoors.
 
Surfing California: A Complete Guide to the Best Breaks on the California Coast (Surfing Series)
Surfing California: A Complete Guide to the Best Breaks on the California Coast (Surfing Series)
by Raul Guisado, Jeff Klaas
Paperback from Falcon
ISBN: 076272966X
 
Climbing California s Fourteeners: 183 Routes to the Fifteen Highest Peaks
Climbing California's Fourteeners: 183 Routes to the Fifteen Highest Peaks
by Stephen Porcella, Steven F. Porcella, Cameron M. Burns
Paperback from Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 0898865557

KILIMANJARO & EAST AFRICA 2ND
 
Frommer s Best Hiking Trips in Northern California (Frommer s Best Hiking Trips: Northern California)
Frommer's Best Hiking Trips in Northern California (Frommer's Best Hiking Trips: Northern California)
by John McKinney
Paperback from Frommers
ISBN: 047015991X

All you need for every step of the trip

Do more than explore the outdoors. This guide goes beyond the trails to let you discover the best of Northern California's incredible natural beauty. It leads you to nearby attractions, comfortable places to stay, and satisfying places to eat so you can enjoy the best of Northern California--indoors and out.

  • 60 of the best hikes for every ability level, with planning information for everything from hour-long escapes to week-long itineraries

  • Maps and step-by-step instructions for every route, including detailed directions and GPS coordinates to the trail heads

    A full-color wildlife viewing guide to help identify what you'll see on the route along the way

    Accommodation and dining recommendations located close to the trail

    Written by local experts who tell you what's worth your time and why

Find great deals, the latest travel news, trip ideas, and more at Frommers.com
 
Alpine Trailblazer: Where to Hike, Ski, Bike, Pack, Paddle, Fish in the Alpine Sierra from Yosemite to Tahoe
by Jerry Sprout, Janine Sprout
Paperback from Diamond Valley Company

Adventure Kayaking- Trips from Big Sur to San Diego: Includes the Channel Islands
by Robert Mohle
Paperback from Wilderness Press

The Anza-Borrego Desert Region: A Guide to the State Park and Adjacent Areas of the Western Colorado Desert With Map
by Lowell Lindsay, Diana Lindsay
Paperback from Wilderness Press

The Blue Edge
by Carlos Eyles, David Michael Smith
Paperback from Aqua Quest Pubn

The Beautiful Game : Sixteen Girls and the Soccer Season That Changed Everything
by Jonathan Littman
Paperback from Perennial

California Ghost Town Trails
by Russ Leadabrand, Mickey Broman
Paperback from Gem Guides Book Co

Day Hikes San Luis Obispo County California
by Robert Stone
Paperback from Day Hike Books

Caught Inside: A Surfer's Year on the California Coast
by Daniel Duane
Paperback from North Point Press

Day Hiker's Guide to Southern California
by John McKinney
Paperback from Olympus Press

Fly-Fishing California's Great Waters
by Dan Blanton
Listed under Fishing California

Golden Gate Trailblazer: Where to Hike, Stroll, Bike, Jog, Roll in San Francisco and Marin
by Jerry Sprout, Janine, Janine Sprout, Jerry
Paperback from Diamond Valley Company

The Definitive Guide to Fishing Central California
by Chris Shaffer
Listed under Fishing California

Rock Climbing Joshua Tree, 2nd
by Randy Vogel
Paperback from Falcon

Climbing California's High Sierra, 2nd: The Classic Climbs on Rock and Ice
by John Moynier, Claude Fiddler
Paperback from Falcon

Maverick's: The Story of Big-Wave Surfing
by Matt Warshaw, Daniel Duane
Hardcover from Chronicle Books

The Cruising Guide to Central and Southern California: Golden Gate to Ensenada, Mexico, Including the Offshore Islands
by Brian M. Fagan
Paperback from International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press

Southern California Bouldering, 2nd
by Craig Fry
Paperback from Falcon

Hiking Marin: 133 Great Hikes in Marin County
by Don Martin, Kay Martin, Bob Johnson
Paperback from Martin Press

Sonoma County Bike Trails (3rd Edition)
by Phyllis L. Neumann, Mary H. Dicke
Paperback from Penngrove Publications
28 September, 1999

Surfing San Onofre to Point Dume: 1936-1942
by Don James, Donald H. James
Hardcover from Chronicle Books

Yosemite Climbs: Free Climbs: Free Climbs
by Don Reid
Paperback from Falcon
1994

Shasta's Headwaters: An Angler's Guide to the Upper Sacramento and McCloud Rivers
by Craig Ballenger
Paperback from Frank Amato Pubns

Snowshoe Trails of Tahoe
by Michael C. White
Paperback from Wilderness Press

 

Foghorn Outdoors: California Camping: The Complete Guide to More Than 1,500 Campgrounds
Foghorn Outdoors: California Camping: The Complete Guide to More Than 1,500 Campgrounds
by Tom Stienstra
Paperback from Foghorn Pr
 
Foghorn Outdoors: California Hiking: The Complete Guide to More Than 1,000 of the Best Hikes
Foghorn Outdoors: California Hiking: The Complete Guide to More Than 1,000 of the Best Hikes
by Tom Stienstra, Ann Marie Brown
Paperback from Foghorn Pr
 
Foghorn Outdoors: California Recreational Lakes and Rivers
by Tom Stienstra
Paperback from Avalon Travel Publishing

Foghorn Outdoors: Easy Hiking in Northern California
by Ann Marie Brown
Paperback from Avalon Travel Publishing

Runs, Hits, and an Era: The Pacific Coast League, 1903-58
by Paul J. Zingg, Mark D. Medeiros
Paperback from Univ of Illinois Pr (Trd)
1994

Sierra South: 100 Backcountry Trips in California's Sierra Nevada
by Thomas Winnett, Jason Winnett, Kathy Morey, Lyn Haber
Paperback from Wilderness Press

Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling Baja California
by Walt Peterson
Paperback from Pisces Books

Mountain Biking Southern California
by Mark A. Ross
Paperback from Falcon

Walking San Francisco
by Liz Gans
Paperback from Falcon

Riata Ranch Cowboy Girls: Life Lessons Learned on the Back of a Horse
by Tom Maier, Rebekah Ferran Witter, William Shepley, Larry Mahan
Hardcover from Storey Books

Mount Whitney: The Complete Trailhead-To-Summit Hiking Guide
by Paul Richins Jr.
Paperback from Mountaineers Books

Ecstatic Trails: The 52 Best Day Hikes and Nature Walks In and Around Los Angeles
by Rob Campbell
Paperback from St. Martin's Press

Walking San Diego: Where to Go to Get Away from It All
by Lonnie Burstein Hewitt, Barbara Coffin Moore
Paperback from Mountaineers Books

Snowshoe Trails of Yosemite
by Michael C. White
Paperback from Wilderness Press

100 Hikes in Yosemite National Park (100 Hikes in Yosemite National Park, 1st Ed)
by Marc J. Soares
Paperback from Mountaineers Books

 
 
 

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