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Product Description In this new edition of a classic hiking guide to the trails of Boulder County, a local couple leads you to all your favorite spots and hidden gems throughout the area. Long-time Boulder residents Ruth Carol and Glenn Cushman lead you on their favorite and most scenic hikes through mountains, plains, and foothills, just a few minutes’ drive from Boulder. Walk in Chautauqua Park and view the Flatirons, explore Mount Sanitas, marvel at the Royal Arch, embrace nature in Eldorado Canyon State Park, find historical sites and beautiful lakes and waterfalls, and more. Boulder Hiking Trails features: A total of 84 trails, loops, and hikes, with 6 brand-new trails New color photographs along with updated maps Trail descriptions of each hike, including the highlights, distance, elevation, and difficulty Optional connecting trails for hikers who want more Historical tidbits and fun facts of the trails’ locales Directions and access to the trail This guide is great for hikers of all levels to discover the best hikes found in Boulder, Colorado. Review "The title of this classic says it all. Easy to use, informative and comprehensive, one of the best local hiking guides around."--Boulder Daily Camera About the Author Ruth Carol Cushman is a retired reference librarian and the coauthor of Boulder County Nature Almanac, Colorado Nature Almanac, Wild Boulder County, The Shortgrass Prairie, and the Peterson Field Guide to the North American Prairie. She is an avid hiker and lives in Boulder, CO. Glenn Cushman is a retired aerospace engineer and an active hiker and devoted naturalist. He lives in Boulder, CO.