The Hiker's Guide to New Mexico

Helena, Montana, U.S.A.: Falcon Press, 1991. First Printing . Trade Paperback. Very Good. 6" x 9. 192 Pages. Text, Maps and Photographs are by the author. No marks or stamps on this tight bright book. New Mexico is blessed with a striking and surprisingly diverse landscape --- a paradise for hikers. It includes White Sands National Monument, the desert country of Carlsbad Caverns National Park, and the pine-forested Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Forests blanket more than a quarter of the state, and the southern extension of the Rocky Mountains boasts several snow-caopped peaks over 13,000 feet. Written by noted outdoor photographer Laurence Paret, this book is unmatched in its detail and scope. Seventy hikes are described and include some ot the state's most popular hikes, such as the La Luz Trail, as well as many undiscovered trips in the San Mateo and Peloncillo mountians. detailed maps and beautiful black-and-white photographs supplement the text. There are also sections on backcountry safety, outdoor ethics, and hiking with children. Day hikes and veteran backpackers alike will find The Hiker's Guide to New Mexico an invaluable sourcebook on trips and trails in New Mexico's magnificent backcountry.