Thoroughly updated, this handbook spotlights over 1,000 of America's most overlooked must-see destinations in a state-by-state, A-Z format. 300 color photos.

Are you ready to get off the beaten trail? This collection of 50 hikes explores some of the most obscure and beautiful hikes in northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. You'll follow an abandoned railroad through the Coast Range, climb high up the west slope of Mount Hood to incredible wildflower meadows, discover colossal old-growth forest deep in the Clackamas River canyon and get up close and personal with one of Oregon's greatest waterfalls high in the Mount Jefferson backcountry. With detailed descriptions of each hike and maps created using National Geographic's Topo! series, Off the beaten trail lets you discover places and hikes you never knew existed.--Provided by publisher.

A breathtaking mountain adventure, in which a boy finds his inner strength, from the author of the critically-acclaimed, award-winning novel The Heart Paul is ten years old and lives with his aunt and uncle. Bruce, an old family friend, suddenly reappears after three years of silence, eager to keep a promise he made to Paul to take him on a three-day mountain trek. Paul longs for Bruce’s friendship and wants badly to prove himself. But he is also timid and unsure, and Bruce—who is better at doing than explaining—doesn’t make it any easier. A dramatic event gives Paul the chance to find his inner strength, and to show himself and everyone else what he is capable of. This uniquely illustrated coming-of-age story for teens can help create thought-provoking discussion about: Finding independence, resiliency, and self-confidence The importance of guidance and mentorship from trusted adults An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids

Scenic trails, adventures off the beaten track, and pristine hiking destinations around the world.

This little pocket guide will help you explore on foot the breathtaking color country of Utah's Dixie. Hiking routes are provided that traverse some of the most popular and picturesque desert landscapes in the region. Hikes range from kid-friendly trails to advanced routes for the physically conditioned and backcountry-experienced. All are day hikes and take less than 5 hours. Orienteering tools are provided including waypoints for landmarks and route-critical locations, elevation profiles,3D and satellite and/or topographical maps.