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""A superb, compact reference and resource for making the most out of one's excursion. Highly recommended!"" ― Midwest Book Review Rocky Mountain National Park encompasses 415 square miles crowned by spectacular mountain environments. Its famed Trail Ridge Road crests at over 12,000 feet elevation and includes many overlooks onto subalpine and alpine worlds. The park also features hundreds of miles of hiking trails, stunning wildflower blooms, wildlife viewing including the iconic Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, crystal-clear starry nights, and the highest continuous paved road in the nation. Guide features include: 35 day hikes with detailed directions, photos, maps Longs Peak summit route Recommended 1- and 3-day itineraries Park access and transportation options Park history, geology, flora and fauna Top 7 ""must-see"" sights and activities

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A superb, compact reference and resource for making the most out of one's excursion. Highly recommended!-- Midwest Book Review

The book is colorfully photographed and the trail information is clear, concise and easy to follow. A Going Farther addition to many of the trail descriptions gives the more adventurous hikers some enticement to extend their venture.--Bob Falcone Colorado Springs Indy A superb, compact reference and resource for making the most out of one's excursion. Highly recommended!-- Midwest Book Review

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Brendan Leonard is the creator of Semi-Rad.com and the author of eight books. His work has appeared in Alpinist, CNN, Outside, Men's Journal, National Geographic Adventure, Backpacker, Adventure Cyclist, and dozens of other publications. He is also a contributing editor at Adventure Journal and The Dirtbag Diaries podcast. Brendan and his wife live in Denver.

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