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Distances given are absolute, but hiking times are estimated for an average hiking speed of 2 to 3 miles per hour, with time built in for pauses at overlooks and brief rests. Overnight-hiking times account for the effort of carrying a backpack.

Following each box is a brief italicized description of the hike. A more detailed account follows in which trail junctions, stream crossings, and trailside features are noted, along with their distance from the trailhead. Flip through the book, read the descriptions, and choose the hikes that appeal to you. The ssss1 also helps you choose a hike to fit your mood and group.

Weather

TEMPERATURE VARIATIONS in California are extreme. Folks in the Central Valley may very well be sweltering as the mercury easily passes the 100-degree mark in July and August. But on those very same days, the High Sierra can be downright frigid due to thunderstorms and high winds. The hikes described in this book range in elevation from around 2,000 feet at the Sacramento River outside Castle Crags State Park to 11,500 feet at the top of Sonora Peak. Pay careful attention to the elevations in which you’ll be traveling, and plan accordingly. Thunderstorms in the High Sierra (anything above 6,000 feet) are especially common from July to October but can happen in any other month as well. Always pack a waterproof (or very water-resistant) shell, a warm layer (like fleece, not cotton), and a warm hat.