Popular, proven format: the previous edition (9780899977164) sold about 12,000 copies, solid numbers for a regional title
Market: Nearly 50 million people went hiking in the U.S. in 2019, with reasons ranging from enjoyment of the outdoors to health and exercise
101 spectacular hikes in settings that range from mountain to desert to coast
Something for every skill level: from short nature trails to challenging backpacking treks
Hike-overview chart to help readers quickly decide which hikes to choose
Routes in the San Bernardino Mountains, San Gabriel Mountains, Joshua Trail National Park, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, and more
Trailhead directions and route descriptions
Full-color maps and photographs
Reader experience: "With at-a-glance information and detailed trail descriptions, I know what to expect before I get on the trail and can choose a route that's right for me"