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Mount St. Helens, located just 50 miles northeast of Portland, Oregon, has been attracting thousands of visitors each year since its famous erruption in 1980. In 1982, Congress set aside the 110,000-acre monument to allow the volcanically-altered landscape to recover at its own pace and to provide for research, educational, and recreational opportunities. Exploring Mount St. Helens is a comprehensive guide to this world-renowned attraction, offering a close-up look at the destruction and remarkable recovery of the area. The guide includes detailed information on the natural and cultural history of the area; recreational opportunities, including 23 hiking trails; and historical, geological, and natural exhibits.

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Best Easy Day Hikes Spokane/Coeur d'Alene includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for 22 easy-to-follow trails in Washington and Idaho that allow hikers of all levels to enjoy beautiful views, get fit in the outdoors, and learn about the region's history. Look inside for:Casual hikes to full-day adventuresAfter-dinner strolls to full-day hikesHikes for everyone, including familiesMile-by-mile directions and clear trail mapsTrail Finder for best hikes for history buffs, river and lake lovers, and great viewsGPS coordinates

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Best Hikes Spokane includes concise descriptions of the 40 best hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes.

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Featuring more than 40 of the best hikes in the greater Portland metro area, this exciting new guidebook points locals and visitors alike to trailheads within an hour's drive of Portland, Oregon.

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Hiking Washington's William O. Douglas Wilderness leads you on 44 hikes in this rugged, beautiful and only lightly used area. Ranging from very short hikes and nature trails to multi-day backpacks into the heart of the wilderness, this guide provides information that will be valuable to the first time hiker and the veteran alike. Following many of the hike descriptions, options for further exploration are included. Detailed maps and elevation profiles show you what to expect on each hike.

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