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Hiking with Kids Southern California: 45 Great Hikes for Families (Falcon Guides) Paperback – May 15, 2023

by Shelly Rivoli (Author)
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WINNER OF THE 2024 BRONZE IN TRAVEL BOOKS from the North American Travel Journalists Association -- Want to plan an unforgettable national parks vacation for your family? This book will guide you to the best hikes with kids in Sequoia, Kings Canyon, Death Valley, Joshua Tree, and Channel Islands national parks in addition to many other bucket list California destinations.

Through forty-five curated hikes with maps and color photographs, Hiking with Kids Southern California provides more than just an inspiring collection of hikes for families. It's a collection of unforgettable explorations to enjoy from toddlerhood through the teen years across the diverse landscapes and unique ecosystems of southern California.
 
Let award-winning family travel writer Shelly Rivoli be your guide as your family hits the trail in five  of America's best national parks, as well as several state and city parks, natural preserves and wilderness areas, and national forests.
 
Explore five unique regions of California with your kids -- and confidence. This book will help you plan hiking adventures in the Southern Sierra, Central Coast, California Deserts, Los Angeles and surrounding areas, and San Diego County.
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DREAM IT - Hiking with Kids Southern California: 45 Great Hikes for Families features concise descriptions and detailed maps for 45 easy-to-follow hikes in Southern California that encourage families to spend time together in nature.

PLAN IT - This guide provides all the tips, advice, and information needed to plan a winning day hike:
* Diverse and engaging kid-friendly hikes all across the southern half of the state
* Full-color photos and maps, detailed trail descriptions, and trailhead GPS
* Time-saving hike overviews, fun facts, and details on distance, difficulty, & terrain

DO IT - Southern California is a wonderland for hikers of all ages with its diverse landscapes and unique ecosystems. This guide serves as a go-to resource for parents who are eager to explore the outdoors with their kids from toddlers through teens.
* Find hikes that engage children with water features, rock scrambles, and wildlife.
* Experience varied terrain that challenge, reward, and leaves children wanting more.
* Take it all in, whether enjoying the view from a mountaintop or tracing a tidepool trail.

MEET YOUR LOCAL EXPERT - Shelly Rivoli's award-winning travel writing has guided families on adventures throughout her home state of California and abroad. Her family travel tips and advice have been quoted in numerous publications, including Redbook, Real Simple, Parents, The Boston Globe, and the L.A. Times.

LET FALCON BE YOUR GUIDE - Falcon is the premier publisher of outdoor recreation guidebooks in North America. Written by and for outdoor enthusiasts, these guides—chock-full of color photos and maps—not only provide you with the skills you need but also take you along with our authoritative local experts on these experiences of a lifetime.

About the Author

In a sheltered redwood canyon on the coastline of Big Sur, Shelly Rivoli enjoyed her first camping trip as a mom with her husband and daughter of three months. She quickly learned from day hikes, camping trips, lengthy road trips, and overseas travel with her growing family, that getting out the door with children isn’t easy—but exploring the wonders awaiting on its other side is everything. Shelly’s award-winning travel writing has guided families on adventures throughout her home state of California and abroad. Her family travel tips and advice have been quoted in numerous publications, including Redbook, Real Simple, Parents, Fit Pregnancy, The Globe and Mail, The Boston Globe, and the L.A. Times.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Falcon Guides (May 15, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1493051490
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1493051496
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.06 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.11 x 0.53 x 8.79 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 7 ratings

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NEW RELEASE in 2023! Shelly's new guidebook "Hiking with Kids Southern California: 45 Great Hikes for Families" provides all the information you need to enjoy family-friendly day hikes in 5 National Parks and more! Check California bucket list destinations of your family's list in the Southern Sierra, Central Coast, California Deserts, Los Angeles and San Diego areas!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Shelly Rivoli is the award-winning author behind the Travels with Baby guidebook (now in its 2nd edition), Take-Along Travels with Baby companion guide, and two family travel websites: https://TravelswithBaby.com and https://FamilyTravel411.com.

Among other accolades, she received the Lowell Thomas Awards Bronze Medal in Guidebooks and Gold Award in Travel Books from the North American Travel Journalists Association. She's also received both Silver and Bronze Awards for Independent Travel Blog in the North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) competition.

Ms. Rivoli's advice has been sought and quoted by major media and numerous magazines, including Redbook, Parents, The Boston Globe, L.A. Times, American Baby, Pregnancy, Parent & Child, and TimeOut New York Kids. She was a recurring guest on ABC 7's View from the Bay.

When not traveling, she hangs her hat in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, kids, and well-traveled standard poodle. Follow her @shelly.rivoli and @familytravel411.

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Joy Bushmeyer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great hiking info for all ages!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2023
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Great reference for some very appealing family hikes!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good times to come!
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2023
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After reading this hiking book I have bookmarked many of the hikes that were described. I will look forward to checking them out on trips to Southern California when visiting my kid at his University. I like how it also lists dog friendly hikes. I find many of the hikes suitable for seniors as well as kids. Great pictures, descriptions, and an easy to use guide.
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Julie Scheff
5.0 out of 5 stars So accurate and well laid out.
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2023
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Yes, this is just perfect for my kiddos ages 14, 12 and 6! We love to hike and always like recommendations and tried and true routes and hikes from other families. This is wonderful. Thank you!
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Travel Lady
5.0 out of 5 stars BEAUTIFUL!
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2023
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Beautiful photos and user-friendly format make this a perfect gift for families. Concise, but with enough detail to be very helpful in planning and doing the hikes.
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