It's not necessary to travel far from home for a great hike. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include:

• Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g. for particular attractions such as waterfalls and if it's suitable for families with kids)
• Full-color photos throughout
• Information on the area's history, geology, flora, and fauna
• Full-color maps of each trail

By JD Tanner and Emily Ressler-Tanner

It's not necessary to travel far from home for a great hike. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include:

• Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g. for particular attractions such as waterfalls and if it's suitable for families with kids)
• Full-color photos throughout
• Information on the area's history, geology, flora, and fauna
• Full-color maps of each trail