Synopses & Reviews
Explore the diverse natural wonders of sixty-five of Northern California's finest lakes, streams, and coastal waterways. From the snowcapped Sierra Nevada to the broad Central Valley to the rugged Coast Ranges, Paddling Northern California takes you on a journey through the region's most spectacular landscapes. Included are waterways known for wonderful scenery, good fishing, relaxation, historical importance, and marine wildlife. Inside you'll find: an overview of what to expect and how to prepare; detailed maps showing access points and routes; information on each waterway's character, difficulty, and the best times to paddle; lists of local paddling organizations and information resources. (6 x 9, 288 pages, b&w photos, maps, charts)
Synopsis
Northern California is a paddler's paradise, and this book has all the information you need to plan a wide variety of excursions. Whether you want to canoe down relaxed rivers or glide across tranquil lakes, squirtboat on frothing whitewater or sea kayak on the Pacific Ocean, this guide describes more than 65 of the best paddling trips the region has to offer. Detailed maps include access points and landmarks; flow charts indicate optimum floating seasons; and tide information for the ocean trips will help you ride with the current rather than fight against it. A detailed appendix of web sites and other informational resources will also prove invaluable to both the serious paddler and the beginner.
Synopsis
Describes more than 65 of the best paddling trips in Northern California, including whitewater, stillwater, and coastal excursions. Includes detailed maps with access points and landmarks; flow charts indicating optimum floating seasons on rivers; and tide information for the ocean trips.