Eli Boschetto

Urban Trails Portland

Eli Boschetto

Among the hundreds of parks and natural spaces around the Portland area, Forest Park gets the most recognition—and deservedly so—as America’s largest urban forest with more than 80 miles of hiking trails and biking paths. Yet there’s more to explore in and around the city than just this one forest, and <i>Urban Trails: Portland</i>, by hiking writer Eli Boschetto, brings this abundance to the people! There are plenty of opportunities for wandering the banks and wetlands of Portland’s three major rivers, as well as hiking on volcanic buttes, strolling through community gardens, discovering historic sites, and walking urban footpaths. Add to that, tips on observing some of the hundreds of species of birds and mammals that reside in these areas, and you practically have an urban safari at your doorstep. <br><br>
With an emphasis on easy access to the outdoors and fitness, features of this guide include: <br> <ul> <li>Trailhead directions, including public transit where available</li> <li>“Know Before You Go” tips for park hours, events, etc.</li> <li>Trail distance and high point</li> <li>Trailhead amenities</li> <li>Info for families with kids, dog owners, and bikers</li> <li>Sidebars on area history, nature, and sights</li> <li>Fun checklists for plants, trees, flowers, and wildlife you may spot</li> <li>Easy to reference maps</li> <li>Indicates trail suitability for walkers, hikers, and runners</li></ul>

Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon

Eli Boschetto

• Inspirational full-color guides with over 150 color photographs in each Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon is written by Eli Boschetto. A hiker, writer, and photographer, Eli reveled in going deep for Oregon! Since 2011, he has been the editor of Washington Trails magazine, which he manages from his home in Portland, Oregon. Eli is also a regional correspondent for Backpacker magazine. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) meanders from the California-Mexico border north to the border of Washington and Canada. It’s a rigorous trail, first envisioned in 1926 and now encompassing some 2,650 miles. Each volume of this new series focuses on section-by-section pieces of the PCT and includes the following features: • Trail sections of 4- to 10-night trips • Detailed camp-to-camp route descriptions • Easy-to-understand route maps and elevation profiles • Details on specific campsites and most-reliable water sources • Road access to and from various trail sections • Info on permits, hazards, restrictions, and more • Alternate routes and connecting trails • Clear references to the PCT’s established system of section letters, designating trail segments from Mexico to Canada—so you can easily cross-reference the guides with other PCT resources • Key wilderness sights along the way • Suggested itineraries