Experience the California Coast

Experience the California Coast

Author: California Coastal Commis

Publisher: University of California Press

Published: 2005-11-11

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9780520245402

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The shoreline between California's Golden Gate and the Oregon border offers an endless variety of coastal attractions: soft white sand and coarse pebble beaches, forests of Sitka spruce and fields of California poppies, redwood glades and crashing surf, lighthouses and whales. This easy-to-use, up-to-date, comprehensive guidebook, packed with information on every page, tells you where to go in coastal northern California, how to get there, what facilities to expect, and what you can do at each location. The guide's gorgeous color photographs, topographical maps, and abundant information on natural history and the environment make it the perfect guide to pack along on any excursion to the coast of northern California for hikers, picnickers, campers, surfers, divers, wheelchair users, birders, boaters, kayakers, anglers, and travelers. * Includes a comprehensive list of more than 300 beaches, parks on or near the coast, and paths to the shoreline * Features more than 300 full-color photographs, 49 detailed maps, and charts that provide information on facilities, attractions, coastal environments, access for the disabled, and more * Lists recreational outfitters, including fishing boat services, kayak and surfboard rentals, and riding stables * Gives information on hostels; campgrounds in national, state, and local parks; and private campground facilities * Introduces the coast's major environments, including beaches, rocky shoreline, and the redwood forest, and highlights the plants, animals, and birds that can be seen in each


Northern California Coast Best Places

Northern California Coast Best Places

Author: Matthew R. Poole

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 189

ISBN-13: 9781570610516

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No other guidebook to the country's most popular coast gives you exactly what you want: restaurant and lodging reviews, outdoor activities, leisurely fun, and an insider's perspective. From biking or bird-watching to shopping ot sunbathing, this pocket guide evaluates all the region has to offer. Pull-out map.


Cycling the Pacific Coast

Cycling the Pacific Coast

Author: Bill Thorness

Publisher: Mountaineers Books

Published: 2017-09-27

Total Pages: 341

ISBN-13: 1594859876

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• Covers the entire 2,000-mile route from Canada to Mexico, including alternate and side-route options • Information on lodging, camping, loading the bike, safe cycling, road conditions, weather, and more The Pacific Coast route is the most popular bike touring route in the U.S., according to Mountaineers Books’ non-profit partner, the Adventure Cycling Association. And for 33 years, our very own Bicycling the Pacific Coast was the most popular guidebook to this venerable route—until now! Cycling the Pacific Coast continues the trusted legacy with an all-new, completely re-ridden, and fully comprehensive guidebook from Bill Thorness, featuring the most current, up-to-date beta on this amazing route. Cycling the Pacific Coast is organized in five sections—Washington, Oregon, Northern California, Central California, and Southern California—and is useful to riders who plan to do the trip as one epic ride, or break it up to peddle sections at a time. Features include: • Suggested itineraries for the entire ride, or for one- and two-week trips • Logistics for getting to/from ride sections • Airport and train-station connections in all major cities (Vancouver, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego) • Alternate routes to take on Vancouver Island (Canada), Washington’s Olympic Peninsula, and Northern California’s “Lost Coast” • Interesting and fun side trip destinations in 5 cities, on 2 islands, and in 2 wine country regions New bike tourers will find equipment information, packing advice, and safety tips, among other helpful trip suggestions. And all riders will find the guidance to experience the trip of a lifetime.


Northern California

Northern California

Author: John A. Vlahides

Publisher:

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781742207315

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Offers a comprehensive guide to the region, including information on accommodations, restaurants, sights, shopping, and outdoor activities.