Urban Hikes Southern California: A Guide to the Area's Greatest Urban Hiking Adventures (Falcon Guides)

Explore Southern California's iconic beaches, Pacific shore, and mountain views without traveling deep into the backcountry. This book features easy-to-follow urban trails that allow hikers of all levels to discover the landmarks that shape the Golden state's cities and towns.Urban Hikes Southern California provides the latest information to plan a customized trip:Common and lesser-known hikes, from city center strolls to forest trailsFull-color photos and maps, detailed trail descriptions, and trailhead GPSInsightful hike overviews and details on distance, difficulty, canine compatibility, and moreCalifornia boasts a plethora of great urban hikes, and this guide highlights both family-friendly footpaths and culinary and gastronomic delights found along the way. Find hikes suited to every ability. Stroll Orange County's Laguna Beach to take in the sights or enjoy a pint of local beer after a walk to Downtown Los Angeles from the Hollywood Hills. Discover arboretum trails, waterfront walks, after-work rambles, and more.