Hiking The Sierra Nevada

Download or read book Hiking in the Sierra Nevada written by John Mock and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heed the call of the rugged and pristine Sierra Nevada. Explore Lake Tahoe Basin and Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and Yosemite National Parks. Featuring the best day hikes, weekend backpacks and long-distance treks, this inspiring guide puts you on the trail to adventure. Detailed trail descriptions of more than 60 hikes. Accurate, two-color contour map for every hike. Illustrated Sierra Nevada wildlife section. Feature chapter on the Tahoe Rim Trail, the Tahoe-Yosemite Trail and the John Muir Trail, including long and short hikes. Up-to-date information on access towns and transport to trailheads. Expert advice on responsible hiking, permits, equipment and safety.