Index page high sierra topix sierra nevada adventure awaits. Sierra nevada cascades klamath mountains north coast and wine country coast range san francisco. Hiking the tracks to the goat canyon trestle take a virtual hike through 16 tunnels and many small trestles while experiencing the breathtaking views in the gorge and learning the stories behind abandoned tunnels, derailed cars, and old construction campsites observed on the way along the historic impossible railroad. Laws, john m, the laws field guide to the sierra nevada. Secor provides a great range of reliable information. Volunteers aided and encouraged by a salaried staff accomplish our work. After xc and alpine skiing for 3 days this week at tamarack and mammoth resorts i finally got truly inspired to explore trails in the sierra nevada this summer. A guide to the areas greatest hiking adventures regional hiking. Apr 24, 2018 my favorite hands down would be tuolumne meadows to agnew meadows. The first time i depended on him, i came to a high pass and wondered if it really was the class 2 he claimed doable without equipment and great risk of falling off. The sierra web is your complete guide to the eastern sierra.
How to backpack in the sierra nevada mountains usa today. Mammoth and june mountain ski reports, eastern sierra fishing report, current road conditions, and weather updates. Are there one or two books on sierra nevada high country trails anyone can recommend as being the best. This comprehensive and exhaustive guidebook includes route descriptions, historical information, and gpsenabled driving directions. The sierra web your complete guide to the eastern sierra. Fly fishing the sierra nevada book by bill sunderland. Sierra north and sierra southour favorite trail guides for our trips. Backpack ruby mountains nevada sierra club outings. It has a lot of different backpacking guides in the southern sierra nevada. The sierra nevada mountains are full of stunning places to go hiking.
And a golden boots blogger award for 2016 is a free noncommercial site that provides both the information and inspiration you need to get out into the sierra nevada with a pack on your back and a smile on your face. We are flying into the bay area so west side hikes are preferable, and are trying to figure out what are the best backpacking trips in the sierra nevada. Trail guide books, fishing, backpacking techniques, and more. This book allows readers to view yosemite and the sierra nevadas in all of their radiance and glory through the eyes of one of their most. In addition to his books, mike has written for sunset, backpacker, and the reno gazettejournal. We figure we can do a five or possibly six night backpacking trip. Each of these first westerners had perspectives that viewed the sierra nevada quite differently. A guide to the areas greatest hiking adventures regional hiking series parr, barry on.
Mike has also contributed to the wilderness press classics sierra south and sierra north, as well as backpacking california. About backpacking in the sierra nevada we are m and p, married for 35 years, and with a ton of experience in camping, hiking and backpacking in the sierra nevada. We are concerned about conservation and sustainability of resources, both locally and globally. Tom stienstra sierra nevada crossing presentation northern. When i first heard about it i thought this was the last thing we needed, as ralph cutter has long had the definitive guide to the high sierra, now in its second edition. Jul 18, 2007 find sierra nevada, the range of light by aaron doss at blurb books. The best sierra hikes, the best starter hikes, and hikes by highway one of the great joys of backpacking is planning a trip. Now in its 8th edition and 140,000 copies later, the completely reorganized and updated classic guidebook showcases new trips and old favorites, as well as extended coverage. Usps suggests the address below suggested address here. How about trail maps aside from those in the books.
Shasta area resident, tom stienstra, will pull into mt shasta on april 22 for a rare, onetime only show detailing his recent expedition crossing the sierra nevada. Trek sierra nevada a complete guide to walking in the. The high sierra forums have trip reports, photos, and discussions written by nearly 5000 registered members. A sierra club naturalists guide to the sierra nevada, by stephen whitney, sierra club books, sf, 1979.
This is one of the most touristy regions of spain, famous for its beautiful cities such as malaga, granada, seville, cordoba and almeria. The sierra nevada mountains in eastern california are among the worlds premier backpacking destinations. One magnificent mountain range covers much of the center of california, running 400 miles from north to south. At thriftbooks, we believe reading can change the world. Backcountry trips in californias sierra nevada 9th edition. What are some good 3day backpacking trips in the sierra. Crows range an environmental history of the sierra nevada. Yosemite, sequoia and kings canyon natl parks, mount whitney, lake tahoe, gold country, san joaquin valley, map may 1, 2006 by imus geographics author. Northern california is a thoroughly user friendly compendium of showcased trails that is thoroughly researched and includes new hikes and 80 new color photos and even features detailed driving directions to every trail head, including gps coordinates.
They stretch 400 miles, bordering nevada in some areas. We are delighted our blog was named one of the top 10 backpacking blogs in the world. The books on this mustread list dive deep into the history, natural. Shop for california hiking guidebooks at rei free shipping on all orders. Note the above is the standard reference for all types of fundamental environmental and biological identifications in the sierras nevada mountain range. We love to pore over maps, imagine or identify water sources, worry about the steep terrain, and dream of secret campsites with the perfect combination of privacy, scenery, and conditions. May 09, 2018 father daughter backpacking to remote wilderness lakes for brook trout rzr tentbox. Beginner backpacking in the emigrant wilderness, california. Yosemite national park, kings canyon national park, and sequoia national park all lie within the sierra nevada mountains, as well as a patchwork of other state and federally protected lands. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Jul 27, 2010 two friends and i are planning a five to six day backpack the week of august 15.
Here are the best lowmiddle elevation trails in the bay area, northern sierra nevada, lassen national forest, klamath mountains, redwoods, and north coast. High sierra topix is a sierra nevada related community resource created by its members, for its members. We warranty bags to let you focus on the adventure, not your gear. Apr 15, 2009 tom stienstra backpacking in the sierra nevada.
Thats us on the hetchhetchy dam in yosemite in the photo at right. The trails cover every part of the sierra nevada, and are explained, charted, and graphed. The best backpacking books for hikers in the high sierra. Solo backpacking the high sierras with creepy sounds at night. Northern california is a great place for a spring backpacking trip. Backpacking books lake tahoe to mount whitney high sierra. Lake tahoe and 50 classic hikes in nevada, have won national awards. These are classics we have one set from the 1960s but the more recent editions have much better maps. The first explorers who crossed the sierra came for one reason, the scouts who followed for another, and the migrants who followed on their heels a third. This is an excellent guide to californias sierra nevada. We have several features to help plan trips, discuss locations, or just enjoy the sierra nevada from the internet. A guide to the areas greatest hiking adventures by barry parr.
From the largest selection of used titles to collectibles and new releases, we put quality, affordable books into the hands of readers. For nearly 40 years, sierra south has inspired thousands of hikers to explore californias sierra nevada. Bring a book, grab a seat with your feet in the water and relax. Plus easy returns and reward points for purchasing. Lonely planet hiking in the sierra nevada by lonely planet.
Sierra nevada, the range of light by aaron doss blurb books. Few places in the world offer more dramatic and impressive vistas than the sierra nevada ran. This land seems made for hiking, with pristine meadows, giant sequoia forests, clear lakes, gushing rivers, and towering peaks. Trek sierra nevada is a comprehensive guide to hiking in and around the sierra nevada mountains in the south of spain. Unlike most sierra nevada guidebooks, parrs does not confine itself to a single park or geographical region, but samples hikes from every region, wandering from foothill to desert, deep canyon to alpine mountaintop, gold country to basin and range, compiling a list of fantastic hikes that illustrate the gigantic entirety of the sierra nevada in an epic panoply of scenic beauty, historical lore, and natural complexity. High sierra is the most popular guidebook to this magnificent mountain range, and has long been the definitive source of climbing and hiking information for this wonderland. High sierra backpacking books span the perspectives that we can bring to the sierra. They trips are detailed and also sorted by distance and difficulty. From lamoille canyon scenic byway near elko, hike the 40mile ruby crest national recreation trail, a heartpounding path that takes in the best of its namesake wilderness.
Backpacking hiking camping if youve been searching for the best source of information and stimulating discussion related to springsummerfall backpacking, hiking and camping in the sierra nevada. The route travels up an elegant cirque past spectacular peaks, visits lonely alpine lakes and softmeadowed ponds, traces streams that now dash, now meander through green forests and open meadows, and climbs past treeline into desolate moonscapes. Jun 27, 2018 hiking in sierra nevada is an experience any lover of nature should have while in andalucia it is one of the best places to hike in spain. She is also a fine photographer and wilderness press has featured her pictures in many of her books. An excellent field guide to plants, animals, and more. The best northern california spring backpacking trips, 2020.
Sep 22, 2016 my dad and i went on a 4 day backpack trip in the sierra nevada mountains in the dinky lakes wilderness area. You can hike many of them yearround, even in winter. This steep granite range is a littleknown but striking gem rising from the arid lowlands of nevada s great basin desert. Shop the official high sierra online store and get top quality backpacks, luggage, and bags. I have just finished reading the new guide entitled fly fishing the sierra nevada by bill sunderland, aguabonita books, 1999. It is no longer in print but is still available at used bookstores and online book sellers. Unlike most sierra nevada guidebooks, parrs does not confine itself to a single park or geographical region, but samples hikes from every region, wandering from foothill to desert, deep canyon to alpine mountaintop, gold country to basin and range, compiling a list of fantastic hikes that illustrate the gigantic entirety of the sierra nevada. This high sierra loop backpack covers one of the finest circuits in the sierra nevada range. There is a companion book for the northern half of the mountains.