Product Review

Just 4 years after the debut of this ground-breaking series, the CCT has become an official state trail, its completion a priority. This 2nd edition updates the many changes on the CCT's north half with revised maps and text. This thorough guide details 600 CCT miles in 85 accessible sections, most offering easy day hikes, plus 12 great for backpacking. The concise, thorough descriptions support 60 detailed maps. Highlights include Redwood National Park, the whole Lost Coast, Pt. Reyes National Seashore, and San Francisco's gorgeous urban shore. Thirty-six features articles discuss history, geology, land use and attractions.