Overview
Since the passage of the Wilderness Act of 1964, Congress has designated 41 wilderness areas in Colorado, totaling some 3.4 million acres ranging from desert sagebrush to alpine crags. In addition, other undeveloped areas and national parklands have been proposed for wilderness status. In its newly revised second edition, The Complete Guide to Colorado's Wilderness Areas continues to serve as the foremost guide to these magnificent wild places.Hikers, rafters, and cross-country skiers benefit from Mark Pearson and John Fielder's wilderness expertise and thoughtfully written descriptions. Within these pages are new excursions, providing first-time readers with the best backcountry possibilities and giving users of the guide's first edition even more travel options. The color maps in this revised edition offer an enhanced level of detail and visual appeal.
Renowned Colorado nature photographer John Fielder's 45 new images provide fresh glimpses into the beauty of the state's wildlands. The seasoned backcountry traveler also highlights his favorite hikes within each wilderness area and shares photographic tips to help readers best capture on film the wondrous natural subjects encountered on the featured excursions.