A popular outdoor destination for the 7 million residents of Los Angeles, Palm Springs offers stunning hiking opportunities. With Joshua Tree National Monument to the east, the San Bernardino National Forest to the north and south, and the storied Pacific Crest Trail passing nearby, hiking expert Laura Randall has chosen the best hikes that highlight the area. Five-Star Trails: Palm Springs features child-friendly hikes and urban hikes that are easily accessible from resorts. Laura also includes hikes for the new Whitewater Preserve, as well as updated trails in La Quinta and Palm Desert. Extensive at-a-glance information makes it easy to choose the perfect hike based on length, difficulty, and scenery. Each trail profile includes maps, directions, driving times, nearby attractions, and other pertinent details.

About the Author
Laura Randall has written for a variety of newspapers and consumer magazines, including the Los Angeles Times, the Washington Post, Sunset Magazine, and the Christian Science Monitor. Randall is also the author of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Los Angeles. She lives in Los Angeles.


Book Information
ISBN 9781634040389
Author Laura Randall
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Menasha Ridge Press Inc.
Publisher Menasha Ridge Press Inc.
Weight(grams) 198g