Читать книгу One Night Wilderness: Portland. Quick and Convenient Backcountry Getaways within Three Hours of the City онлайн

32 страница из 73

Next you will find two seasonal entries. The USUALLY OPEN line tells you when a trip is typically snow-free enough for hiking (which can vary considerably from year to year). The second entry lists the particular BEST TIME(S) of year when the trip is at its very best (when the flowers peak, or the huckleberries are ripe, or the mosquitoes have died down, etc.).

AGENCY: This is the local land agency responsible for the area described in the hike. (See Appendix D, for contact information.)

PERMIT: This section tells you if a permit is currently required to enter or camp in the area and how to obtain one. It notes the few instances when the permits are not free or where advanced reservations are required, and provides the necessary details. When a Northwest Forest Pass is required to park at the trailhead, this is also indicated.

ICONS AND TRAIL USES: If they’re appropriate for children or dogs, the trips in this book will be labeled with an icon.

HIGHLIGHTS: This section summarizes the most interesting features of a particular trip, letting you quickly assess whether it’s what you’re looking for.