Popular, proven format: the previous edition (9780899977577) sold more than 5,000 copies, solid numbers for a regional title
Market: nearly 60 million people went hiking in the US in 2023, with reasons ranging from enjoyment of the outdoors to health and exercise
128 featured hikes—virtually every hike worth taking in and around Orange County
Parks, preserves, designated open spaces, and public lands total some 200,000 acres—and more than 500 miles of trails and roads for hiking—in and near Orange County
Something for every skill level: from short nature trails to challenging peak climbs and canyon treks
At-a-glance essential information, including distance, hiking time, elevation gain/loss, and difficulty
Trail details, hiking directions, and maps with GPS waypoints to help readers find their way
Ratings for key elements to help readers quickly decide which hikes to choose
Tips on which trails are suitable for mountain biking, backpacking, horse riding, dogs, and families
Covers the beaches and bays, Crystal Cove State Park, the Chino Hills, Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, county wilderness parks, the Santa Ana Mountains, and more
Local author is an expert hiker who has written 12 books