Discover the breathtaking beauty of the greater Canterbury region with 'Canterbury Foothills & Forests: A Walking and Tramping Guide' by Pat Barrett. This brand new edition offers an expanded look at exhilarating walking excursions, now including Lewis Pass National Reserve and the Western Arthur's Pass National Park. With 296 pages of well-researched content, this paperback guide is a must-have for any outdoor enthusiast.

Whether you're a seasoned tramper or a family looking for short, accessible walks, this guide caters to all fitness levels. It features a diverse array of walks organized by region, including the stunning Rangitata region, the picturesque Ashburton Lakes and Rakaia Valley, the expansive Waimakariri Plains region, and the breathtaking Lewis Pass area.

Each section is meticulously detailed, providing useful features such as walk times, grades from easy to hard+, and comprehensive access information. Pat's personal accounts will ignite your passion for exploring the flora and fauna, while the 17 new full-color maps make navigating the trails effortless. Enjoy Pat's stunning photography that brings the landscape to life and inspires both beginners and 'armchair trampers' alike.

Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or an adventure in the magnificent Canterbury foothills, this guide is designed to help you make the most of your tramping experience. Perfect for families, nature lovers, and adventurers alike!

Delivery Information: This product is brand new, with dimensions of 148 x 210 mm. It was published by Canterbury University Press on 20-11-2014.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 148 x 210 mm
Pages: 296
Bind: paperback
Author: Pat Barrett Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Publication Date: 20-11-2014

This new edition of Pat Barrett's popular guide to walking excursions in the greater Canterbury region adds Lewis Pass National Reserve and Western Arthur's Pass National Park to the areas included in the first edition, and also covers additional areas of Te Kahui Kaupeka and Hakatere Conservation Parks that are now accessible to the public.

The book has a comprehensive introduction, with advice for planning your trip, and provides some background on landscape and climate, flora and fauna, and a brief history of the Canterbury foothills. Pat's personal accounts of some of his favourite walks and climbs will inspire even 'armchair trampers' to get out and enjoy the natural splendour of this magnificent region.

Canterbury Foothills & Forests includes walks and tramps suitable for a range of fitness levels; families with children and the moderately fit will enjoy the many short walks along well-marked tracks, and there are harder trips for those who aspire to the challenge of a climb and the views gained from the tops of some of the higher summits.

The walks and climbs are organised by region: Rangitata region, Ashburton Lakes and Rakaia Valley, Waimakariri Plains region, Waimakariri Basin and Arthur's Pass National Park, and the Lewis Pass region.

The handy-sized guide is illustrated with Pat's inspiring photographs and includes 17 new full-colour maps.

Useful features include:

Walk Times

Walk Grades (from Easy to Hard+)

Standard access information, inclu