The Trinity Alps Wilderness, about three hours north of Sacramento, offers hiking trails, waterfalls, alpine lakes and ...

Deeper in the Alps, mountain transport takes the form of funicular ... For tougher hikes, take a map and compass. Cicerone publishes an excellent series of hiking, trekking, cycling and ...

Seeking adventure in the Alps this summer ... and plants for on-the-spot identification, photographs, maps and diagrams explaining how mountains are formed, plus 20 suggested walks taking in ...

The Pyrenees offer a wealth of incredible hiking opportunities and fewer crowds compared to the Alps. Explore a series ... while enjoying striking mountain vistas. Multi-day treks around Mont ...