JIM DUFRESNE

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Alaskas vast natural beauty is unparalleled. Spectacular Mt McKinley and Prince William Sound are only the tip of the iceberg. With quirky villages and a few cities dotted across boundless acres of national parks and reserves, sheer adventure is outside every door. Whether youre hiking or paddling, whale watching or glacier gawking, follow this definitive guide into the USAs last great wilderness. INTO THE WILD in-depth chapters dedicated to outdoor activities and adventures BEAR ESSENTIALS special chapter on Alaskas abundant wildlife and diverse flora NATIVE ALASKANS, NEW URBANITES extensive coverage of local culture, lifestyle, arts and history ROADS MORE AND LESS TRAVELED custom itineraries, thorough directory and 84 detailed maps WHERE TO HIBERNATE rustic campsites, backcountry cabins, secluded B&Bs, elegant suitesopinionated sleeping listings for various budgets

From the rain forests and glaciers of Southeast Alaska to the rugged mountains and tundra of the state's vast Interior, this practical guide by Alaska specialist Jim DuFresne makes Alaska's prisitne wilderness accessible to the novice and experienced hiker alike.