Camping and Backpacking San Francisco Bay Area
by Matt Heid
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Author: Matt HeidEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2003-09-18
ISBN: 0899972950
Number of pages: 368
Publisher: Wilderness Press
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Book Review: Not your average "Hike in the Bay Area" book
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this book after flipping through it at REI, and I thought it had hiking routes in it. But the hiking routes were actually backpacking trips, with routes to campsites. This was not a disappointment as I was actually looking for a book with more detailed information on overnight trips vs general day hikes.
This book is broken into two parts: camping and backpacking. The camping trips are generally areas that you can drive to and park, where as the backpacking trips require you to hike to your destination. Each half is divided into 3 sections, covering the North Bay, East Bay, and Santa Cruz Mountains. Furthermore, the table of contents has a second organization method, grouping the trips by theme. Some of the themes are waterfalls, wildlife, lakes, and dog friendly campgrounds. This is a great tool if you're in the mood for something specific on your trip.
The part where this book shines is the information included on each park. Take a look at the excerpt provided by Amazon and you will see the type of information given. One of the most useful pieces of data that would be difficult to find on the parks websites would be when the best time to go is. Crowds can put a damper on a peaceful walk in the woods. My favorite though is at the end of each trip's listing, where the author tells you who to contact if you would like to contribute back to the park.
One downside of the book is the limited number of trips. There are only about 25 each of backpacking and camping trips. But if you went on an overnight trip every two weeks this would still be enough trips to last you two years, so that's not too bad.
If you simply want to take day hiking trips then another book might suit you better than this one. But if you would like to go overnight camping in the Bay Area, either at a campground site or in a remote backpacking camp, this book is an excellent place to start. The information provided is well worth the cost of the book.
Summary of Camping and Backpacking San Francisco Bay Area
The first and only guide to fully explore the Bay Area's campgrounds and backpacking trips, and to describe the best overnight excursions for locals and visitors alike. Every public campground in the North Bay, East Bay, South Bay, and Santa Cruz Mountains is included (more than two dozen unique destinations). For backpacking trips, over 30 backcountry trail camps and more than 200 miles of trail are featured. Matt Heid simplifies an overnight getaway with this comprehensive guide and includes: in-depth descriptions of campgrounds, driving directions, facilities, parking, regulations, and fees, as well as other indispensable tips for when it's best to go; where the serenity, beauty, and ecodiversity are greatest; and how to avoid crowds and make reservations
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