100 Classic Hikes in Northern California: Sierra Nevada / Cascade Mountains / Klamath Mountains / Coast Range & North Coast / San Francisco Bay Area

I've had this book for a few years now. It's pretty decent. The pros are that it's got pretty, nice colored photographs for all the hikes. As far as the photos go, it's definitely better than any other hiking book I have (and I have like 20 hiking books). Another thing I like is that the book covers a pretty large area and has a few hikes in each region, even some places that are pretty remote.The biggest thing I DON'T like about this book is trying to figure out WHERE the hikes are. There is only one map of Northern CA at the beginning of the book with the numbers of the hikes on it. However, this map is pretty bad because a lot of roads are not on it and you can only see the general vicinity of where the hike is compared to all of CA, which isn't too helpful. This book would be a lot better, if they put a specific regional map at the beginning of each section that showed specifically where the trail-heads are for each hike. If they did that then this book would get 5 stars. For me, it's pretty useful to see the roads and where things are in relation to one another before you start reading about the hikes. That way you can place yourself, think through how to get there, and see what the other hiking options are for that area without having to go on Google maps at the same time as your reading the directions from the book.

This is an exceptionally well-designed book for hikers across the spectrum. Whether you're a neophyte or have climbed Denali, this book contains all the essential information you need to tackle the hikes listed. The photos are all in color and are breathtaking! You really get a sense of what each hike will look like before you undertake it. Every hike also has a color map to accompany the text description. The maps are easy to follow and instructive.Equally pleasing is that the authors take the time to describe each hike in extensive detail, though they are never wordy. They list the elevation gains, give succinct but necessary directions to each trailhead and provide ample analysis of the strengths/weaknesses of each trek. The book is small and light enough to carry in your backpack, if you feel the need to consult it while on the trail.I have over 50 hiking books in my library and it would be hard to imagine a more complete, more photographically stunning or better written guide. I enthusiastically recommend this gem!

We have been using this for years now and have gone on over 20 hikes in this book. Each hike is accurately described, the pictures are beautiful. I love the arrangement of hikes by region. Many times each year, we get it out to plan an adventure, not really caring where.The pictures capture our imagination and the text lets us know what we're in for every step of the way. This book practically plans our outings for us. We know what we can do in a day, what backpacking trips our kids are up for and when it is appropriate to bring the dog along. We learn enough to know when we may need to contact a ranger district before we head out and we know when perhaps we may want to incorporate some nearby camping. We have not had a bad outing in all the years we've been using this guide and we owe many happy memories to this fantastic guide.

We are loving his book - lots of great hikes, good inspiration. The descriptions of the hikes are detailed enough that you feel you really know what you're getting into. The directions to the trailhead a are helpful as well. We have done a number of these already this summer and have still more on our agenda. Haven't gone wrong yet. One hike that was particularly excellent - Mt. Eddy in the spring. The wildflowers, tthe views, the varied terrain...awesome!

Well written, good pictures and maps, good buy

It's an interesting book with what look like some good hikes. However, the casual location details and lack of real maps or gps coordinates (at least for starting points) make it a chore to find a hike by region and put together a plan for doing it.

Great book although the ability to download the trail maps so they can be printed out & used in the field would have been nice for the price!

good quality for used item, I'm very happy with purchase