Moon Best of California State Parks available now!
The Best of California State Parks is out now! From rocky coastal coves and sandy beaches to verdant forests and quiet desert camps, experience the natural wonders of the Golden State with Moon Best of California State Parks! Inside you’ll find:
- Coverage of 50 California state parks and historic sites, organized by region
- Strategic lists and itineraries: Choose from lists of the best parks for hiking, wildlife, history, families, scenic drives, and more or make your way down the list of the top ten adventures throughout the state
- The best outdoor recreation and unique experiences: Wander among towering redwoods, relax on a sandy SoCal beach, or set up camp in the Mojave Desert. Paddleboard the sparkling blue waters of Lake Tahoe, immerse yourself in California’s past at a state historic park, or hike coastal bluffs with stunning views of the Pacific
- Regional state parks road trips that strategically combine nearby parks in Northern, Central, and Southern California
- Detailed hike descriptions marked with distance, duration, effort level, and trailheads
- Expert advice from California locals Jenna Blough and Kayla Anderson on when to go, where to stay, and how to avoid crowds
- Know before you go: Find essential background on climate, terrain, wildlife, history, and safety precautions, plus practical information on park fees, passes, and reservations
- Gorgeous, full-color photos and maps throughout.
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Northern California Road Trips is also in stores now! It is the perfect companion for a trip around Northern California, spelling out where to go, what to see, and what to do in the state's coastal and inland regions. This comprehensive guide also includes a variety of maps, images and information about national parks such as Lassen, Crater Lake, Yosemite, and more. I hope you enjoy reading Northern California Road Trips as much as I enjoyed writing it and that you find a place (or a few) that you connect with and will want to come back to :)
Publicity on the 2nd edition:
Author Talk at the Washoe Co. Library System's Nov. 9, 2024 Author Fest
Kayla's East Shore Picks- Live.Work.Play, magazine, Spring 2024 pgs. 18-19
Spooky season book picks, new releases by Tahoe authors- Tahoe Tribune, November 2023
The best books to embark on epic adventures from your armchair- Shepherd, December 2023
From the Moon Northern California Road Trips 1st edition:
Watch my April 21, 2020 Tahoe Treks virtual talk with the Washoe County Library here.
"Amazing Tahoe books to read from Tahoe Weekly contributors"- Tahoe Weekly, April 3, 2020
"My 3 Favorite Northern California Camping Spots"- Moon, April 2020
"Anderson pens guidebook"- Tahoe Weekly, January 2020
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OTHER BOOKS:
Stand Up Paddleboarding 2.0: Top 101 Stand Up Paddle Board Tips, Tricks, and Terms to Have Fun, Get Fit, Enjoy Nature, and Live Your Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Passion to the Fullest From A to Z! – Released July 2018 by HowExpert Press and Kayla Anderson
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Stand Up Paddle Board Racing for Beginners: A Quick Guide on Training for Your First Stand Up Paddleboarding Competition – Released October 2017 by HowExpert Press and Kayla Anderson
“Paddleboarding tips & tricks: Local pens SUP book“- by Tim Hauserman, Tahoe Weekly, September 2018
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12 Reasons Why You Need a Standing Desk to Save Your Health– Released April 2018 by Karen Thomas and Kayla Anderson
