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From the wide-open salt flats of Badwater Basin, where you'll find the lowest point in the western hemisphere, to narrow, twisting canyons with walls beautifully sculpted by wind and water, Death Valley National Park is a land of intrigue and beauty, making it a wonderful place to explore. "Hiking Death Valley National Park" describes thirty-six hikes that will lead you to scenic spots within the park, including salt flats, canyons, mining sites, springs, and towering sand dunes. Armed with plenty of water, a good hat, and a desire to explore, you are all set for an adventure that will inspire you to visit again and again. For more than twenty-five years, "FalconGuides"(R) have set the standard for outdoor guidebooks. Written by top experts, each guide invites you to experience the adventure and beauty of the outdoors. Look inside to find: - Hikes suited to every ability - Accurate directions to the trailhead and detailed trail descriptions - GPS-compatible trail maps - Mile-by-mile directional cues - Difficulty ratings, average hiking times, and best hiking seasonsCunningham, Bill is the author of 'Hiking Death Valley National Park 36 Day and Overnight Hikes', published 2007 under ISBN 9780762744633 and ISBN 0762744634.
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