Pack a lunch, lace up your walking shoes, and head out to discover the California wilderness. Whether you’re in search of a kid-friendly trail or a day-long trek through a redwood forest, you’ll find the perfect hike among more than 1,000 choices selected by outdoors experts Tom Stienstra and Ann Marie Brown. From coastal hikes near Los Angeles to trails through the Sierra Nevada, there’s a hike in this book for you.

• Helpful ratings for trail difficulty and scenic beauty
• Lists of Best Hikes, such as Hikes to Waterfalls and Hikes in Desert Terrain
• Essential planning details, including round-trip distance and hiking time, best season to visit, park fees, and contact information for each hike
• Precise driving directions to each hike, plus details on where to park

"If you think you know all the good hikes in California, think again. This compilation has it all."—Reno Gazette-Journal

ANN MARIE BROWN