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Overview
The mountains of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and British Columbia provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable geothermal experience. From sylvan streamside pools to hand-crafted bathhouses, Hiking Hot Springs in the Pacific Northwest introduces you to 144 of the finest natural hot soaking pools and guides you to more than 80 scenic hikes that either lead to or begin near springs. Dip your toes in a roadside soaking pool overlooking smooth desert playa in southeast Oregon; day hike to steaming pools in Washington's Olympic National Park; dip in hot tidal pools on the west coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia; or savor a post-hike soak in one of Idaho's protected wilderness areas. All but a few of these gems are located on prime public land within national forests and parks.
Inside you'll find:
Details on the quality of each soaking pool, its water temperature, and scenic setting
Hiking descriptions, difficulty ratings, and trail lengths
Easy-to-read maps and clear directions
Information on seasonal access and restrictions
Whether you're seeking a soak or a backcountry hiking adventure, let Hiking Hot Springs in the Pacific Northwest be your guide.
Synopsis
Descriptions of 140 hike-to hot springs in Idaho, Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia.
Booknews
An illustrated guide to 112 hot springs and 100 nearby hikes in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and British Columbia. Entries include general descriptions, directions, and notes on temperature, contacts, difficulty of hike, and elevation gain. Particularly useful are notes on whether the area requires a Trail Park Pass (Oregon and Washington) or a Recreation User Pass (Idaho). This edition contains 18 new hot springs and new maps which are easier to read. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
Editorials
Booknews
An illustrated guide to 112 hot springs and 100 nearby hikes in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and British Columbia. Entries include general descriptions, directions, and notes on temperature, contacts, difficulty of hike, and elevation gain. Particularly useful are notes on whether the area requires a Trail Park Pass (Oregon and Washington) or a Recreation User Pass (Idaho). This edition contains 18 new hot springs and new maps which are easier to read. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.Book Details
Published
January 1, 2005
Publisher
Falcon Press Publishing
Pages
328
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780762736232