Backroads of the California Coast: Your Guide to Scenic Getaways & Adventures (Backroads of ...) (Paperback)

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From sprawling beaches to dramatic cliffs, the landscapes carved out by the mighty Pacific Ocean have been a destination for adventure and discovery since the earliest Spanish explorers arrived in the 1600s. While here and there the coastal wilderness has given way to California’s largest and most cosmopolitan cities, the backroads and mountain lanes afford countless opportunities to experience the quiet of nature or explore the history of centuries-old communities. Visit sleepy fishing villages and historic landmarks of the Old West; hike through lush wilderness and fish in clear mountain streams; or catch some waves at one of the many pristine beaches along California’s glorious coastline.

 

With glorious color photography and detailed descriptions, maps, and directions, Backroads of the California Coast offers two dozen fascinating and scenic journeys through some of the nation's most glorious landscapes.

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Experience the wild California coast as the earliest Spanish explorers found it.  Explore the history of centuries-old communities, and discover the wonders of nature. With glorious color photography and detailed descriptions, maps, and directions, Backroads of the California Coast takes you on two dozen fascinating and scenic journeys through some of the nation's most glorious landscapes, from sleepy fishing villages to historic landmarks, from the fabulous fishing in clear mountain streams to the incomparable waves that lap the pristine beaches along California’s glorious coastline.

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Product Details Paperback: 256 pages Publisher: Voyageur Press; First edition (July 12, 2009) Language: English ISBN-10: 0760333432 ISBN-13: 978-0760333433 Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #127,833 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Voyageur Press; First edition (July 12, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0760333432
• ISBN-13: 978-0760333433
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #127,833 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book, more of an overview of areas than a detailed look, July 17, 2009

By	mabbts "mabbts" (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

I purchased this book to help explore the California coast. There is a section on the Palos Verdes Peninsula--I travel that route on my daily commute so I was hoping to find out about details about the area. But there are only a few things highlighted from each area. So it wasn't much for someone who is local.

On the other hand, I know many people who have been to Los Angeles, even some who have lived here, that had no idea about the beautiful coastline between the beach cities and the Port. So, the book would definitely highlight a little known backroad right in Los Angeles. (I use it for my commute because there is no traffic which makes it faster than the freeways!)

The photos are beautiful and I am glad I purchased this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wet your Appetite for the California Coast, August 30, 2009

By	Richard (California, USA) - See all my reviews

Gary Crabbe is a fantastic photographer who has a great eye for lighting and capturing the essence of a place. I usually just skim through text in photo books as sort of like how commercials are to TV shows but the text here by the author makes good use of the space by telling us enough to be interested in the places, a road trip if you will, but doesn't bog down the flow with superfluous details. The size of the book is perfect as well as it could easily fit in your travel bag or in your car.