Find the Best Hikes and Backpacking Trips in California's Sierra
Nevada
The rush of trekking through nature, the thrill of experiencing new
places, the reward of discovering beautiful sights--all of this awaits
in the Sierra Nevada. For more than 50 years, this definitive guidebook
has led readers along the top trails between Walker Pass and the
southern border of Yosemite National Park. Now, with the revised and
updated edition, let hiking experts Elizabeth Wenk and Mike White show
you the way.
Sierra South is the award-winning guide that features 80 meticulously
selected trips, from new routes to old favorites. Traverse the stunning
wilderness areas and national forests of the region, including Kings
Canyon National Park, Sequoia National Park, John Muir Wilderness, Ansel
Adams Wilderness, and many more. The trips are organized around major
highways and roads, so it's easy to choose your next adventure. Just
pick an area, drive there, and go hiking.
Inside you'll find
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84 trips that range from quick overnighters to 12-day excursions
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Complete trip details, including day-by-day trail descriptions, GPS
waypoints, and elevation data
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41 trailhead maps that show the routes for every trip
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Beginner tips and trusted advice on camping, fishing, and bear safety
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Information on side trips, geology, natural history, and more
Planning your trip into the southern Sierra backcountry is easier than
ever before. For additional hiking and backpacking opportunities, see
the companion guide Sierra North. Both titles are recipients of a
National Outdoor Book Award.
