Best Hikes Near Austin and San Antonio (Falcon Guide) (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

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“An excellent resource for all who want to explore the outdoors. The color photographs, stories about the area, and hike descriptions, which tell you what to expect on the trail, make it especially suitable for families. This book is informative and fun and inspires you to get outside.”

—Chris Holmes, outdoor program coordinator, Texas State Parks

 

“This is the new standard for guide books. The color photographs and hike descriptions make me feel as though I’m there. The fascinating stories about the history and trivia of the trails make this book as welcome on your coffee table as it is in your backpack.”

—Ray Scott, founder of B.A.S.S. (Bass Anglers Sportsman Society); Texas Legislative Recognition Award H.R. No. 1626 for outstanding conservation efforts

 

“Best Hikes Near Austin & San Antonio is fantastic! I learned new things about hikes I’ve done over and over. The stories, local history, photos, and maps are great! A well-organized book that will get a lot of use by me and others in our club.”

—Bob Cook, president of The Woodlands Hiking Club, The Woodlands, Texas

 

“Best Hikes Near Austin and San Antonio is an excellent hiking guide to thirty trails around this scenic area. Keith weaves stories throughout the book with information about the local history, geology, plant life, wildlife, birds, and more. The trail descriptions are accurate and informative. It is a must-have book for any hiker in Central Texas.”

—Robert Stone, author and publisher of hiking guidebooks

Product Description

Featuring 30 of the best hikes in the greater Austin-San Antonio area, this exciting new guidebook points locals and visitors alike to trailheads within an hour's drive of Austin-San Antonio.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Falcon; 1st edition (April 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762746025
• ISBN-13: 978-0762746026
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #274,660 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good info and laid out well, April 24, 2009

By	JJ (Austin, Texas USA) - See all my reviews

This book lists great info and it is laid out very well. Good maps, pictures and trail info. I especially like that it states canine capability info. I was a little disappointed at the lack of central, west Austin and hill country trails listed. Those looking for a more comprehensive guide might look elsewhere.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book!, April 8, 2009

By	Sam "hiker" (Texas) - See all my reviews

This book is the best hiking and trail book I have ever read. Beautiful photos, great historical stories, and excellent maps and information on the trails. I highly recommend this book to all readers, hikers, walkers, and nature lovers.