"An unbeatable combination of literate writing and superb color photography make this a very special reference." -- Travel and Leisure Created by local writers and photographers, Compass American Guides are the ultimate insider's guides, providing in-depth coverage of the history, culture, and character of America's most spectacular destinations. Covering everything there is to see and do as well as choice lodging and dining, these gorgeous full-color guides are perfect for new and longtime residents as well as vacationers who want a deep understanding of the region they're visiting. Spectacular images by two of America's leading photographers Lively text with historical insights and interesting anecdotes Literary extracts by famous San Franciscans, from Mark Twain to Allen Ginsberg Knowledgeable reviews of San Francisco's acclaimed restaurants, from neighborhood bistros to temples of haute California cuisine Illustrated guide to the city's hotels, from the grand and historic to the newest chic offerings Day trips to the Wine Country, with maps to the wineries Detailed maps to every section of the city

Compass American Guides: San Francisco, 5th Edition (Full-color Travel Guide)

Travel

Parr, Barry

United States

Fodor's Travel

Author Barry Parr describes the region along spectacular Highway One, from the parks, lore, history, and scenic riches, giving strong emphasis to the many day-hikes both from the coast and interior roads, and lesser emphasis on selected backpacking routes mainly in the Ventana Wilderness.

Explore! Big Sur Country: A Guide To Exploring The Coastline, Byways, Mountains, Trails, And Lore (Exploring Series)

Sports & Outdoors

Hiking & Camping

Falcon Guides

Thoroughly updated and revised, this four-season guide samples 140 of the best hikes from every quarter of the range, geared to differing levels of skill and experience.

Hiking the Sierra Nevada (Regional Hiking Series)

Thoroughly updated and revised, this four-season guide features 146 of the best hikes from every quarter of the range, geared to differing levels of skill and experience, and includes 38 honorable mention hikes.

Thoroughly updated and revised, this four-season guide features over 100 of the best hikes from every quarter of the Sierra Nevada range, geared to differing levels of skill and experience. From foothill to desert, deep canyon to alpine mountaintop, author Barry Parr has compiled a list of fantastic hikes that illustrate the entirety of the range. This is one of the most comprehensive hiking guides to the Gold Country.

Stretching from the Feather River south to the Kern Plateau, the Gold Country foothills east to the high desert, the Sierra Nevada is one of the longest and highest mountain ranges in the continental United States. This four-season guide samples 96 of the best hikes in every quarter of this diverse range. No matter what section of the Sierra Nevada you are visiting, Hiking the Sierra Nevada has something for you. In Hiking the Sierra Nevada, lifelong Sierra Nevada enthusiast Barry Parr provides you with information on the best long and short hikes in this region, which includes Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and Yosemite National Parks, as well as some of the most spectacular roadless areas in the Sierra Nevada. Many of the hikes in this guide are accessible year-round and are within easy driving distance of major urban areas. With detailed hike descriptions, maps, and elevation profiles, Hiking the Sierra Nevada is the complete guide to hiking in America's far western mountains. Whether you are planning a week-long trip or just passing through, Hiking the Sierra Nevada will give you easy access to this magnificent mountain range.

Hiking the Sierra Nevada (Hiking Guides)

Falcon Pr Pub Co

Paperback: 394 pages Publisher: Compass American Guides; 1st edition (1990) Language: English ISBN-10: 1878867008 ISBN-13: 978-1878867001 Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.5 x 1 inches Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds

San Francisco and the Bay Area (Discover America)

Compass American Guides

CAG-SAN FRANCISCO & BAY AREA 1

Compass America Guides

Created by local writers and photographers, Compass American Guides are the ultimate insider's guides, providing in-depth coverage of the history, culture and character of America's most spectacular destinations. Covering everything there is to see and do as well as choice lodging and dining, these gorgeous full-color guides are perfect for new and longtime residents as well as vacationers who want a deep understanding of the region they're visiting. Outstanding color photography, plus a wealth of archival imagesTopical essays and literary extractsDetailed color mapsGreat ideas for things to see and doCapsule reviews of hotels and restaurants

Compass American Guides: San Francisco

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Books by Parr, Barry

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Compass American Guides: San Francisco, 5th Edition (Full-color Travel Guide)

Explore! Big Sur Country: A Guide To Exploring The Coastline, Byways, Mountains, Trails, And Lore (Exploring Series)

Hiking the Sierra Nevada (Regional Hiking Series)

Hiking the Sierra Nevada (Regional Hiking Series)

Hiking the Sierra Nevada (Regional Hiking Series)

Hiking the Sierra Nevada (Hiking Guides)

San Francisco and the Bay Area (Discover America)

CAG-SAN FRANCISCO & BAY AREA 1

Compass American Guides: San Francisco

Compass American Guides: San Francisco