Each region begins with an introduction to the environment and history of the region. This is followed by a regional map that shows more geographic features, as well as the trails presented in this book. Each trail includes a description to give you a feel for the geography of the area, an access route to get you to the trailhead, and, finally, the information you will need to get you along the trail. Some trails are interpreted nature trails. Time and length are calculated from the trailhead to trail's end and return to trailhead.
Trail descriptions are only a beginning.
Often there are options for alternate routes, or more extended hikes or bikes. Hikers and bikers who want longer, possibly overnight, trips could stretch out many of the trails. Consider those, but if weather or other conditions are against you, play it safe and come back another day. The time and distance for each option is noted and is always in addition to the time and distance for the main trail. Some of these options can be significantly more difficult than the main trail.