John Mckinney: 19 books

The Trailmaster says, "Take a Hike!" From Eaton Canyon to Echo Mountain to the top of Mt. Baldy, Hiking Expert John McKinney shares his favorite trails in the awesome mountains bordering Los Angeles. • Enjoy easy-to-access and classic trails through Big Santa Canyon and to Mt. Wilson,...

The Trailmaster says, "Take a Hike!" From the Mariposa Grove of Big Trees to Yosemite Valley to Tuolumne Meadows, Hiking Expert John McKinney shares his favorite hikes to Yosemite's natural wonders. • Choose an easy hike in Yosemite Valley, moderate hike to Glacier Point, or the challenging...

Best day hikes in Point Reyes National Seashore! From Firtop to Alamere Falls to Hearts Desire Beach, hiking expert John McKinney shares his favorite trails to the peninsula's state and national parkland. Enjoy breathtaking views from Mt. Wittenberg, Inverness Ridge and the Point Reyes Lighthouse.

The Trailmaster says, "Take a Hike!" From Topanga to Malibu to Point Mugu, Hiking Expert John McKinney shares his favorite trails to the range's parks, preserves and special places. Enjoy breathtaking mountaintop views from Inspiration Point, Parker Mesa Overlook and Sandstone Peak. Choose...

What's a touron? A McLeod? A duck? Don't get left in the proverbial dust by a poor hiker vocabulary! Hiking Expert John McKinney helps you master hiker jargon with this easy-to-use reference. Get all the hiker words you need to know from Alpine to Treeline to Zipline and the true meaning of the expression...

Hiking expert John McKinney shares his favorite walks on the truly wild side of Hollywood. Saunter up to Griffith Observatory, stride around Lake Hollywood and trek to the domain of the TreePeople. Get healthy workouts and grand views of the metropolis on ascents to Bee Rock, Bee Rock, Beacon Hill and Mt. Hollywood. Hike to dozens of classic and contemporary tv and film locations.

The essential guide for parents, grandparents, teachers and youth leaders. Nature and nurture in the great outdoors. From selecting gear to safety tips to favorite trail snacks, hiking expert John McKinney shows how to share the joys of nature - and the fun of hiking - with kids. Reconnect kids with...

Come for the sequoia, stay for the Sierra From General Sherman Tree to Giant Forest to Grant Grove, Hiking Expert John McKinney shares his favorite trails to the largest trees on earth. • Roam Redwood Canyon and remote Muir Grove, experience the many wonders, large and small, of the sequoia forest....

The Trailmaster says, "Take a Hike!" From Buenaventura to Ojai Valley to the Simi Hills, Hiking Expert John McKinney shares his favorite trails to the county's captivating and diverse terrain. • Find Shangri-La in Ojai's foothills and backcountry with hikes to Piedra Blanca, Pine Mountain...

Best day hikes in the canyons and foothills. From Seven Falls to Hot Springs Canyon to Figuerroa Mountain, hiking expert John McKinney shares his favorite trails to Santa Barbara's parks, preserves and special places. Meander lovely Mission Canyon, Cold Spring Canyon and San Ysidro Canyon. Enjoy...

Don't hike like a touron (tourist/moron). Get bliss not blisters. Hiking Expert John McKinney shares what's trail sense and what's nonsense. Get easy-to-remember pointers on how to set the right pace, safely cross a stream, hike in hot weather and cold. Find out how to gear-up and dress for hiking...

Best Beach Walks and Coastal Hikes The Trailmaster says, "Take a Beach Hike!" From Summerland Beach to Stearns Wharf to Camput Point, Coastal Hiking Expert John McKinney shares favorite sojourns to Santa Barbara's shoreline parks, preserves and special places. * Stroll Santa Barbara's lovely...

Slim down, shape up and reconnect with nature! Get healthier outdoors. Take a Hike! Look and feel better, one step at a time. Hiking expert John McKinney shows you how to fit hiking into your busy life. Learn the "Ten Ways Hiking Improves Your Health" and why a walk in nature is better for...

Discover California's Magnificent State Parks! This lively and comprehensive guide puts you on the trail to adventure in 150 California State Parks, Preserves, Beaches, Widerness Areas and Historic Sites. Complete with nature lore, colorful stories and detailed maps.