Synopses & Reviews
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is set in the stark and spectacular Sonoran Desert of Southern California. The park's 600,000 acrea, much of which is designated wilderness, is home to fascinating wildlife and botanical diversity. The easy hikes described in this little guidebook will introduce you to this special ecostystem, leading you to groves of palms and elephant trees, spectacular overlooks, and sites of historic and prehistoric interest.
Best Easy Day Hikes Anza-Borrego includes concise descriptions and detailed maps of 20 short, easy-to-follow trails within the desert park. Most of the trails described here are less than two miles long round trip and climb no more than 500 feet, making them perfect for families. Armed with plenty of water, a good hat, and a desire to explore, you are guaranteed an adventure that will inspire you to visit again and again.
Synopsis
This guide features over 20 of the best hikes in California's largest state park. Desert pupfish, bighorn desert sheep, and elephant trees are among the rare and endangered attractions gracing this park.
Veteran authors Bill Cunningham and Polly Burke have explored and written about California's deserts, Montana's wildernesses, Utah, New Mexico, and many other areas in their lifelong pursuit of wild places.
Synopsis
Hikes varying from half-hour strolls to full-day adventures, this guidebook is for everyone, including families.
Synopsis
Best Easy Day Hikes Anza-Borrego includes concisedescriptions and detailed maps for twenty easy-to-follow hikes in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, set in the stark and spectacular Sonoran Desert of Southern California. Discover 600,000 acres of fascinating wildlife and botanical diversity—including groves of palms and elephant trees, spectacular overlooks, and sites of historic and prehistoric interest.
Look inside for:
• Half-hour strolls to full-day adventures
• Hikes for everyone, including families
• Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps
• Trail Finder for best hikes with dogs, children, great views, or wildlife viewing
About the Author
Polly and Bill Cunningham have coauthored numerous other FalconGuides, including Hiking Californias Desert Parks, Hiking Anza-Borrego Desert National Park, Hiking Death Valley National Park, and Hiking Joshua Tree National Park.