Description

Crossing the state from Mexico to Utah, the 800-mile Arizona National Scenic Trail (AZT) is as beautiful as it is daunting. The Best Day Hikes on the Arizona National Scenic Trail book guides the way.

Features

• This guidebook covers 30 carefully crafted hiking routes
• The AZT travels up and down Sky Island mountain ranges, across the Saguaro-studded Sonoran Desert, through the largest Ponderosa Pine forest in the world
• And then continues past Arizona's highest peak, and goes from rim to rim of the Grand Canyon
• But you don't need to hike the entire route to experience its historical, geological and botanical significance
• Trail expert Sirena Rana guides you along the most interesting and accessible portions of the trail in this guide book
• Each entry includes navigational information and interpretive facts about the trail's cultural history, natural history and geography
• Detailed maps and full-color photographs highlight Arizona's diverse environments
• Includes information on area food, activities and lodging
• This guidebook was created in partnership with the Arizona Office of Tourism, and is ideal for both casual and experienced hikers