Mountain footsteps
Subtitle: hikes in the East Kootenay of southeastern British Columbia
By: Janice Strong
Edition: 4th edition.
Published: 2017
Language: eng
Number of pages: 339
ISBN-13: 9781771602464
Subjects: Trails; Guidebooks; Hiking
Description: "This new edition of Mountain footsteps is completely revised and updated, and includes enhanced color maps and beautiful photos which will breathe new life into the outdoor experience for all outdoor enthusiasts. With nearly 10,000 copies of previous editions sold, Mountain Footsteps is another extremely popular Rocky Mountain Books hiking guide. As with previous editions, readers will continue to appreciate the author's detailed descriptions and personal anecdotes, which entice hikers of all abilities to experience the beauty of Southwestern British Columbia. The trails and routes described in this book are between the Rocky Mountains in the east and the Purcell Range in the west, including trips in Cranbrook, Kimberley, Creston, Invermere, Radium and Fernie. Also featured are the BC Provincial Parks Akamina-Kishinena, Top of the World, Height of the Rockies, Elk Lakes, St. Mary's Alpine and Bugaboo Glacier. New to this edition is the inclusion of basic information on established bike trails for those users interested in recreational cycling. As well, there is an entirely new selection of day hikes in the northern Purcells and a number of short hikes and walks in the lower elevations of the East Kootenay"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page 392) and index.