Mountaineers Books Washington Wildflower Hikes

From flower-filled alpine meadows to streams lined with delicate Scouler&';s corydalis blooms, and from lakes covered in water lilies to Dr. Seussian drifts of bear grass, Washington offers something for every hiker--and flower lover. Brothers Nathan and Jeremy Barnes lead hikers on 50 trails to seasonal floral displays, ranging across varied landscapes. Features include: >Basics of wildflower identification >Tips for photographing wildflowers >"Hike Finder," which includes flowering season, trail difficulty, distance, and more >50 detailed wildflower profiles, including common and botanical names, description, botanical background >Stunning images throughout Along with its showcased species, each handpicked route includes a detailed topo map, turn-by-turn route description, history of the area, and list of other wildflowers found along the trail.