Day Hike! Central Cascades: The Best Trails You Can Hike in a Day (Day Hike!)

In this useful guide, Northwest trail expert Mike McQuaide leads readers to the best day-hike trails in the Central Cascades, from the stunning Olallie Lake Scenic Area in the north to the enchanting Mount Thielsen Wilderness in the south. Day Hike! Central Cascades details classic routes from easy to moderate to extreme, giving hikers the choices they want. This revised edition contains 69 complete trail descriptions with crucial information like estimated hiking time, permits required, special notes on dogs and kids, and double-checked driving directions. The book also contains easy-to-read USGS topographical maps and informative photographs. This updated edition discusses all changes made to the trails, and details on who to contact about the most recent reconstructions. Lively writing and smart advice make this guide one to keep right alongside the water bottles.