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52 individual trips along the California coast from Big Sur to San Diego, including the Channel Islands. Also describes trips in the best paddling lakes and rivers in southern California, each with separate description and map.

The western states provide premier inland paddling spots. These 13 trips range in length from two hours to two days. Each trip includes difficulty ratings, route distances and times, detailed maps, equipment lists, launch-point camping, and natural history information.

Tiny drops of water melt from snow in the 14,000-foot peaks of the Rocky Mountains. Each drop gathers with another, and another, and eventually those drops reach salt water in one of four places, thousands of miles away from their origin. This book covers the hundreds of rivers and creeks that form in the mountains and flow through the hills and deserts of Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and Wyoming. The most comprehensive catalog of class II - V+ kayaking and rafting sections ever compiled, and lit up with over 300 full-page color photos that say more than words can. A clear design, succinct river descriptions, and precise beta boxes make this the whitewater guidebook of choice.

It's back...................This could be the finest river guide written! 280 pages of detailed decriptions and beautiful color photographs make this the complete whitewater resource for Colorado and Northern New Mexico, and Eastern Utah.

This unique and handy guide has proven to be the favorite of begging floaters and skilled river rats alike. Author and outfitter Doug Wheat combines ten years of research on the geology, wildlife, plantlife, and human adventure of Colorado's rivers with detailed maps, firsthand observations, and vital information such as water flow, government regulations, and river use patterns. The result is a thorough, readable guidebook that shares an expert's knowledge and passion on every page.

Paddling Colorado describes thirty-four trips in a remarkable variety of settings—from downtown Denver to the remote canyons of the Dolores River.

The first comprehensive flatwater paddling guide to Utah's lakes, rivers, and reservoirs.Utah is covered with scenic waterways that offer a diversity of excursions for paddlers of all levels. Pine-lined shores, red-rock cliffs, quiet canyons, and high-altitude lakes make this state a year-round paddler's paradise, and this book a welcome resource for flatwater enthusiasts.Packed with tips, gear lists, and natural history, this comprehensive handbook is a long-awaited guide to many of Utah's little-known waters and popular destinations. Logistical details help you find exactly the kind of excursion you seek, from easy day trips to challenging expeditions, and provide the information you need to make the most of your paddling experience. 15 maps,30 black and white photographs, index.

The lakes of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks often play second fiddle to the hiking trails and majestic peaks. This book aims to give those lakes their due and to provide paddling enthusiasts the first guide to the waters of the parks where travel by canoe and kayak is allowed. On Yellowstone, Lewis, and Shoshone Lakes in Yellowstone National Park, on five lakes in Grand Teton National Park, and on the Snake River, which flows into and out of Grand Teton, adventure awaits the well-prepared and safety-conscious paddler. Until now, no one has bothered to compile the information necessary to ensure a safe, satisfying trip. Don Nelson, the former director of the Yellowstone Institute, spent a summer paddling his kayak in the parks, and shares the information that can help you prepare for and take such a trip. When you do, you'll experience a water wilderness and a shoreline replete with flora, fauna, thermal pools, and breathtaking vistas that have made these parks justly famous. Best of all, you'll be utilizing perhaps the least-used mode of travel in either...

Detailed paddling information on 32 Montana rivers, including such paddling destinations as the Yellowstone, Flathead, Smith, and Missouri. Access points, detailed maps, fishing information, average monthly stream flows, and much more.

The only all-in-one guide to the best paddling routes in Washington state and beyond. This uniquely comprehensive paddling guidebook combines the best of three previous books--Paddle Routes of the Inland Northwest, Paddle Routes of Western Washington, and Washington Whitewater--into one volume. Detailed locator maps and instructions on safety are included, as well as appendices on equipment, map sources, and a useful route comparison chart for selecting the right trip level for any paddler. Paddling Washington covers Flatwater to Class 3 routes in western and eastern Washington, British Columbia, North Idaho, and Montana, and has enough trips to keep northwest paddlers busy for years to come.

Oregon offers innumerable opportunities for the adventurous boater. From steep mountain creeks to desert canyons and lush scenic gorges, Oregon has something for every taste and ability. This guidebook provides everything boaters need for a safe and memorable trip: detailed information on recommended water levels to aid in trip planning; river profiles with a visual gradient for each river mile; and maps showing the general river classification, major rapids, obstructions, and access areas.

Kayakers, canoers, and rafters: rejoice! The classic guide to running Oregon whitewater has been completely updated. *236 runs (35 new to this edition) make this the most comprehensive guide available *Includes new quick-reference index of all runs *Expanded section of exploratory runs for those craving adventure/little-known routes Soggy Sneakers will take you from the high desert to the ocean surf, from steep creeks to gentle streams and rivers, from runs within one hour of urban areas to remote rivers in the wilderness. Members of the Willamette Kayak and Canoe Club--who have run all of Oregon's rivers--share their expertise and detail rapids and landmarks found on each run. There's something for everyone, from Class 1 (flatwater) excursions to Class 6 (most challenging) adventures.

The only complete guide to flatwater canoe and kayak routes in northwest Oregon and southwest Washington--now completely updated! Phillip Jones has been exploring the Northwest by canoe and kayak for more than 20 years, and presents his favorite outings in this completely revised guide to paddling the flat-water rivers and lakes of northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. Most of these trips can be done in a day, although some can be combined for longer journeys. For each trip, you'll find complete information on where to launch, trip rating, distance, best time to go, points of interest, hazards, portages, and more. You'll find outings on the Willamette River and its tributaries, Oregon coastal rivers, the Columbia Gorge and the lower Columbia River, the Oregon Cascades, and southwest Washington. There are also tips on canoe and kayak paddling techniques, safety techniques, what to do if you capsize, transporting boats, and shuttling cars.

This newly updated and expanded guidebook contains everything readers need to know to plan a short or long paddling trip. It features detailed information on more than 30 kayak routes and covers the skill levels required, trip duration, hazards, and which charts and tide tables to purchase. Eighteen regions from Oregon to British Columbia, including sections on the historic Lower Columbia River and rugged Queen Charlotte Strait are explored. Also provides invaluable information about weather, currents, ferry and air travel, equipment rentals, tours, and more.