Colorado S Best Wildflower Hikes

Based on the overwhelming popularity of the Irwins' first guide to wildflower hikes, this second volume is sure to please. Covering the high country and western slope, the fifty hikes described in this volume once again take the reader through truly enchanted scenery. Discover the splendor of viewing the silky sky-blue petals of wild blue flax or breathing the scented air of wild roses. This user-friendly guide to finding Colorado's most colorful wildflowers describes the highlights of encountering the vivid sights and smells of wildflowers as well as other important tidbits. Wildflower enthusiasts will want to add Volume 2 to their collection.

Outstanding trails displaying southern Colorado's best floral extravaganzas are featured in Volume 3 of Westcliffe Publisher's popular series.

The Colorado wildflower hike authorities, Pamela and David Irwin, take us on another adventure with their newest collection of 50 blossom-bound hikes. Whether you're in search of great plains paintbrush, albino spotted coralroot orchids, or just a peaceful stroll along one of Colorado's most fragrant trails, this book has the hike for you. Colorado's Newest & Best Wildflower Hikes-the essential guide for the Colorado wildflower enthusiast-includes: 50 easy-to-follow trail descriptions, 55 wildflower profiles, Clear, legible maps for each trail, Designated "century hikes" with over 100 wildflower species, Tips on when to catch wildflowers in peak bloom, Full-color photographs. Book jacket.

Best Wildflower Hikes Colorado includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for some 100 of the state’s most scenic wildflower hikes. Encompassing state and national parks, forests, monuments and wilderness areas, this guide includes history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates, leading hikers to remote corners to view spectacular wildflowers.

• A wide variety of wildflower hikes along Colorado’s Front Range, from Colorado Springs to Fort Collins, including Rocky Mountain National Park • Includes detailed comments, route descriptions, driving directions, maps, difficulty ratings, and nearest landmark • Fits in your pocket or daypack and features color photos and maps throughout the book From the plains to the high mountains, Colorado is known for its magnificent displays of wildflowers. The Best Front Range Wildflower Hikes showcases 20 trails filled with native wildflower species across five life zones. Trail descriptions include habitats and interesting tidbits about the plants, along with a listing of native flora with both common and scientific names. This pack guide focuses on easily accessible hikes, as well as a variety of habitats and flora. The Best Front Range Wildflower Hikes will lead beginning wildflower enthusiasts, as well as veteran observers, to stunning wildflowers along Colorado’s mountain trails.

"This guidebook showcases 22 trails filled with native wildflower species across five life zones. Trail descriptions include habitats and interesting tidbits on the plants, along with a listing of native flora with both common and scientific names. This pace guide focuses on easy-to-access hikes, from Fort Collins to Colorado Springs, including Rocky Mountain National park. The best Front Range wildflower hikes will lead the beginning wildflower enthusiasts, as well as veteran observers, to stunning wildflowers along Colorado's mountain trails. Features: 22 of the best hikes along Colorado's Front Range; a wide range of hikes, from family-friendly to challenging treks; complete trail descriptions, color photos, and maps; for the walker, hiker, and backpacker"--Back cover

Best Wildflower Hikes New Mexico is the ultimate guide to the greatest nature adventures in the Land of Enchantment. Wildflower descriptions and full-color photography throughout complement detailed hiking profiles and maps to over forty scenic routes. Written by naturalist and outdoor writer Christina Selby, Best Wildflower Hikes New Mexico introduces readers to the spectacular beauty of the American Southwest.