"Hiking Washington's History" reveals the stories embedded in
Washington's landscape. This trail guide narrates forty historic
trails, ranging from short day hikes to three or four-day
backpacking trips over mountain passes. Every region in the state
is included, from the northwesternmost tip of the continental
United States at Cape Flattery to the remote Blue Mountains in the
southeast. Each chapter begins with a brief overview of the
region's history followed by individual trail narratives and
historical highlights. Quotes from diaries, journals, letters, and
reports, as well as contemporary and historic photographs, describe
sites and trails from Washington's past. Each trail description
includes a map and provides directions, so hikers can follow the
historic route. Judy Bentley tells readers how to get there, what
to expect, and what to look for.
Despite Washington State's rapid growth, a remarkable number of
historic trails have been preserved in national parks, restored by
cities and towns, returned to public use by the railroads, or
opened to hikers by Native American tribes. Some trails, such as
the Iron Goat Trail, have been fully restored and interpreted.
Others, such as the Naches Pass Trail, have been abused but
survive. Some are easily accessible, such as the Duwamish River
Trail in Seattle and the Spokane House trails near Spokane. Others,
such as Chief Joseph's Summer Trail, require a half-day journey
just to reach the trailhead.
"Hiking Washington's History" is for hikers, amateur historians,
newcomers unfamiliar with the state's history, and Northwest
natives who know only part of that history. Savor the vicarious
experience of a hike from a cozy chair on a rainy winter day, or
put your boots on and hit the trail when the sun shines.
Judy Bentley, who teaches at South Seattle Community College, is
an avid hiker and the author of fourteen books for young
adults.
"This book samples the landscape and history of the entire
state, and is well organized, well researched, and well written.
Its pages add a new dimension to hikes by linking our footfalls
with those of the past." -Ruth Kirk
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