Ann Marie Brown Livres

Featuring 80 carefully selected low-impact day hikes, this updated guide caters to aging baby boomers, seniors, and families with young children. It emphasizes leisurely strolls over challenging climbs, making it ideal for those seeking accessible outdoor experiences in Northern California. With over 10,000 copies sold, it serves as a trusted resource for anyone looking to enjoy nature without the strain of strenuous hiking.

California residents Tom Stienstra and Ann Marie Brown extend travelers their firsthand advice on how to find the best places to camp and hike in this vast region, from the pristine meadows and towering granite formations of Yosemite Valley to the alpine waters of the Mammoth Lakes area. Along with their in-depth coverage, Stienstra and Brown offer "best-of" lists—including Best for Fishing, Best for Families, and Best Hikes with a View—ensuring that both outdoors beginners and experts will find the campgrounds and trails to match their skill levels and interests. Complete with clear directions to each location, detailed destination descriptions, difficulty and quality ratings for each hike, and helpful maps, Moon Yosemite & Mammoth Lakes Camping & Hiking provides campers and hikers with all the necessary tools to head outdoors.

Most people think of the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf when they think of San Francisco, but the Bay Area's best-kept secret is its natural beauty -- the hundreds of square miles of parks and wildlands that contribute to the region's quality of life. These breezy outdoor havens are remarkably accessible, and author Ann Marie Brown presents 101 of the finest hiking trails of the region. This book provides detailed information on the trails, which range from mountaintop rambles on Mount Diablo and Mount Tamalpais to seashore strolls at Point Reyes and A$o Nuevo. All trails are rated according to difficulty and the time required for hiking. Tips on weather and how to avoid the crowds are included. Special attention is given to wildlife habitats and areas of botanical interest.