60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City: Including Ogden, Provo, and the Uintas [Paperback]

Greg Witt (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2008 | Series: 60 Hikes within 60 Miles

60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City is the only guidebook that pinpoints the most exceptional hikes in the area. It contains meticulous trail descriptions that range from comfortable strolls for families to difficult treks for those looking for a challenging workout. Extensive key-at-a-glance information makes it easier to choose a hike based on length, difficulty, or scenery. A helpful list of hikes in the front of the book highlights those with special interests — best hikes for children, scenic hikes, hikes good for wildlife viewing, best hikes for runners, and more. Each hike report includes commentary on trailside geology, flowers, and wildlife. Historical notes provide fascinating details about early miners, trailblazers, the Pony Express, and Mormon pioneers. Whether lacing up boots, stepping into sneakers or strapping on snowshoes, Salt Lake City is a premier destination for outdoor adventure.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press (May 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0897329562
• ISBN-13: 978-0897329569
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #189,131 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #21 in Books > Travel > United States > States > Utah

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just the guide I've been looking for, July 6, 2008

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Jl Parkin (Provo, Utah) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City: Including Ogden, Provo, and the Uintas (Paperback)

We recently relocated to Utah from Southern California; we were familiar with all kinds of outdoor hiking activities there. But while we knew there were fantastic hiking adventures to be found here, we just didn't know how to find them. Then we discovered this book.

Most guide books give you just the facts--where and how far. "60 Hikes..." gives you much more: age-appropriateness, difficulty, wildlife, geology, and even history. It's clear that Witt not only knows what he's talking about, he loves it. This enthusiasm is contagious, making you want to jump out of your armchair and explore.

Although we might not make all 60 hikes, we know we'll love the ones we do.

I highly recommend it.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Where Has This Book Been All My Life???, May 7, 2008

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H. Legler (Salt Lake City) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City: Including Ogden, Provo, and the Uintas (Paperback)

Last Christmas I scoured bookstores for a comprehensive book of hikes for the Salt Lake region, yet all I found were books that were sprinkled with hikes from all over Utah. (Sorry, but we're not driving 8 hours for a 1 hour paved loop.)

Finally! A hiking book that makes sense! All the hikes are within 6o minutes of Salt Lake City, and there's not a lame hike in the bunch. While we haven't done all the hikes (so many trails...so little time), just reading about them made our whole family excited to hit the road with book in hand.

This well-written guide is dripping with details and peppered generously with fantastic photos. Each hike has "key information at-a-glance" (which includes about 15 items that give you a feel for the hike) and a great section at the end of each chapter of "nearby activities".

If you know someone who is planning a trip to Salt Lake (or if they're lucky enough to live there) you've gotta get this book--it's the new "eleventh essential".

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A comprehensive guide to hiking around Salt Lake City area for homies and visitors alike., October 8, 2008

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Byron Clayton "trailblazer" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City: Including Ogden, Provo, and the Uintas (Paperback)

Fortunately, I recently went on a guided hiking tour of Switzerland with the author, Greg Witt. On one of many wonder-filled hikes, Greg stated: "You know, we are so fortunate to live in Salt Lake City. It is probably the best city in the world for hiking." I have rolled up and down northern Utah trails for several decades. Rest assured prospective readers, this book contains something for everyone interested in hiking the Wasatch Mountains and surrounding areas. Buy the book, take 2 months off work and do one a day. There are certainly more than 60 hikes within 60 miles but Greg's picked the winners.