The city of Sacramento, sitting at the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers, has a rich history as the state’s capitol and regional transportation hub. With a half million residents and a diverse, professional workforce, Sacramento is a dynamic and growing urban area--one whose walkers, runners, and hikers will welcome a guide to the best paths, parks, and trails! Features include: 35 trails in city and nearby towns, hills, valleys At-a-glance chart for easy trail selection Detailed route descriptions, including distance, elevation, difficulty, trail amenities Family- and dog-friendly options Sidebars highlighting area history Full-color photos and maps
"Full-color guide with maps to trails in and around Sacramento"--
Longtime Sacramento resident and intrepid hiker Steve Evans has selected the 43 "must-do" hikes, the majority of which are within two hours of the city.
Longtime Sacramento resident and intrepid hiker Steve Evans has selected the 43 "must-do" hikes, the majority of which are within two hours of the city.
This guide to 60 of the best hikes within an hour or so from Sacramento, California, leads to urban green spaces, scenic retreats, and old-growth forests.
Beyond the span, the trail veers sharply down to the right (south), and plunges under the highway bridge, then climbs just as steeply to the gate at the Devils Corral at 19.3 miles. Remember to close the gate behind you. Devils Corral ...
In this edition in the popular series, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy presents the best of the West.
Urban Trails: San Francisco is the only guide available that details so many trails within the boundaries of the city, including mainland San Francisco and the city’s four islands: Alcatraz, Angel, Treasure, and Yerba Buena.
Urban Trails: East Bay offers 40 routes for walkers, runners, and hikers, with an emphasis on getting out and getting fit in your own backyard.
The Greatest Vistas, Rivers, and Gold Rush Trails Tracy Salcedo ... Because the valley lies in the rain shadow of California's Coast Ranges, average monthly rainfall totals in winter are modest, ranging from 2 to 4 inches.
Using author Jordan Summers' careful, hiking-based research, this useful guide introduces area residents and visitors to an array of the best day-hikes -- from casual riverside nature walks to rugged foothill treks -- within roughly an hour ...