Hot Showers, Soft Beds, and Dayhikes in the Sierra: Walks and Strolls Near Lodgings (Hot Showers, Soft Beds, & Dayhikes in the Sierra: Walks &)

With this book in hand, hikers can spend their days wandering in wildflower meadows, hiking to cragged peaks, or swimming in cobalt-blue lakes in the Sierra Nevada, and then settle into a deck chair at sunset to enjoy the alpenglow. Hot Showers, Soft Beds, & Dayhikes in the Sierra describes 112 carefully chosen dayhikes in Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks, John Muir, Ansel Adams, Desolation, and Emigrant wilderness areas, and more. Many hikes have easy-through-strenuous options, and every hike listed is in close proximity to one or more quality accommodations (over 80 cabins, B&Bs, motels, lodges, guest ranches, and resorts are described). You don't have to rough it in California's Sierra Nevada. This book reveals the best dayhiking opportunities near quality accommodations, whether you have a weekend or a full week in the mountains. By day you can wander through wildflower-carpeted meadows, gaze at rugged peaks, and picnic beside tranquil lakes. In the evening, after a good soak and a hot meal, settle into a deck chair to watch the alpenglow, then curl up in cozy comfort in a real bed.

In this fully updated third edition, veteran author Kathy Morey describes 112 carefully selected dayhikes in Yosemite and Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks; John Muir, Ansel Adams, Desolation, and Emigrant wilderness areas; and the Lake Tahoe region. Most hikes have options for hikers of different ability levels, and every hike is close to well-maintained accommodations-nearly 80 cabins, B&Bs, chalets, lodges, guest ranches, and resorts are listed. Hike during the day, relax at night. This easy-to-use guide will help you plan your active Sierra escape-not tent needed!

With this book in hand, hikers can spend their days wandering in wildflower meadows, hiking to cragged peaks, or swimming in cobalt-blue lakes in the Sierra Nevada, and then settle into a deck chair at sunset to enjoy the alpenglow. Hot Showers, Soft Beds, and Dayhikes in the Sierra describes 112 carefully chosen dayhikes in Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks, John Muir, Ansel Adams, Desolation, and Emigrant wilderness areas, and more. Many hikes have easy-through-strenuous options, and every hike listed is in close proximity to one or more quality accommodations (over