Including more than sixty of Northern California's most fascinating hikes, this one-of-a-kind guide leads you through the dazzling array of geographic, historical, biological, and cultural diversity that makes this region unique. From the towering majesty of ancient redwood forests, to the otherworldly volcanic landscapes of the Lava Beds region, to the snow-capped granite peaks of the Sierra Nevada, Northern California offers abundant opportunities to satisfy your wanderlust. Whether it's whale watching from rugged coastal bluffs, lake-hopping in an alpine wilderness, or traversing a volcanic moonscape, Hike America: Northern California will guide you through this land of stark contrasts, stirring history, and incomparable beauty.