Synopsis
Beyond the bright lights of one of the city's fastest growing metropolitan areas is some of the most rugged, beautiful, and remote country around. Popular destinations such as Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, Death Valley, and Mt. Charles are covered, plus lesser-known areas such as Anniversary Narrows, Arrow Canyon, Bowl of Fire, and the Wee Thump Joshua Tree Wilderness. Each trip showcases the diversity of this region, from the geological wonders and rare life forms surviving in Mojave National Preserve to ancient petroglyphs. The hikes range from easy strolls to challenging treks and include distance, time, elevation change, difficulty, and trail-use notes. A custom map accompanies every description, and GPS waypoints are given for key locations., The newest edition to the successful Afoot And Afield series takes readers beyond the bright lights of the fastest growing metropolitain area in the US to some of the most rugged, beautiful, and remote wilderness in the country. Over 100 trips within a three-hour drive of the Las Vegas Strip., More than 100 great hikes around Las Vegas? You've hit the jackpot! Within a couple hours' drive of the Strip's bright lights and casinos, you'll find mind-bending geology, colorful plants, fascinating animals, expansive views, and magical landscapes. Afoot & Afield Las Vegas & Southern Nevada takes you beyond the country's fastest-growing metropolitan area on more than 100 great hikes, including popular destinations such as Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Valley of Fire State Park, Death Valley National Park, and Mt. Charleston. Discover lesser-known areas like Anniversary Narrows, Arrow Canyon, Bowl of Fire , and the Wee Thump Joshua Tree Wilderness. Showcasing the region's diversity, the trips range from a half-hour stroll through a lush canyon to a 20-mile trek up Southern Nevada's highest peak. The second edition features a half dozen new trips, several significantly revised routes, and fully updated maps and descriptions for existing trips. For every trip you'll find: Highlights summarizing the trip's best features An easy-to-read-map At-a-glance essential information, including distance, hiking time, elevation change, difficulty rating, GPS waypoints for key locations, and whether you need 4WD to reach the trailhead Complete trip description and hiking directions
