California coastal access guide revised expanded edition

Mendocino County Coastal Trails Map. The California coast, from the majestic redwoods and rocky shores in the north to the palm trees and wide, sandy beaches in the south, is an area of unsurpassed beauty and diversity.

Feature articles cover a broad range of topics, including natural history, marine and coastal wildlife, environmental issues, and sports and recreation.

Local Coastal Programs Grants Resources. About the Author The California Coastal Commission was created by the voters of California, who adopted an initiative measure in that formed the Commission and gave it broad powers to plan and protect the coast.

Reviews "Kick off those flip-flops, and prepare to nestle your toes in the sand. The California Coastal Commission's newly updated 'California Coastal Access Guide' will guide you to every nook and cranny along the Golden State's 1,mile coastline. The guide is no doubt the most comprehensive look at California's coastline published to date. The graphics are clean, the design so clear that the book is splendidly easy to use.

Related Books. There is an extensive section for each of the 15 counties that cover the coast. Each section includes detailed maps, beautiful pictures, and descriptions of access points, hours of operation, what to do there, and phone numbers where applicable to obtain more information. Also included are a handful of feature articles addressing specific topics, like camping, waterfront recreation, and amusement parks with views of the ocean. There is an unbelievable amount of useful information packed into this book!

Review originally posted on San Diego Book Review. This comprehensive guide is organized by county and provides detailed information to the many unique features of each county. If you are planning a driving trip of Highways 1 and , this is the guide you need.

If you just want to learn more about the California coastline, you will find everything from history to geology to hiking trails and hostels in this wonderful book. And then you will definitely want to visit many of the special places described! Jan 14, Ken-ichi rated it really liked it Shelves: guides , california. California is an enlightened state that guarantees open access to its coastline, and this guide catalogs pretty much every single public access point, along with historical and ecological side notes.

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