Urban Trails: Eastside. Craig Romano

Lake Washington's «Eastside» has for many years been one of the fastest-growing areas of Washington State. Yet the tech-heavy region has preserved and maintained a bounty of beautiful close-to-home trails for all to enjoy. Featuring 60 trails, stretching from Mercer Island east to the Issaquah Alps and from Bellevue north to Woodinville, this new guidebook offers just what a hard-working urbanite needs to decompress with quick access to exercise and serenity. <br><br> With an emphasis on easy access to the outdoors and fitness, features of <i>Urban Trails Eastside</i> include: <ul> <li>Trailhead directions, including public transit options</li> <li>"Know Before You Go" tips for park hours, events, and more</li> <li>Trail distances and high points</li> <li>Color photos and maps</li> <li>Trailhead amenities</li> <li>Info for families and dog owners</li> <li>Sidebars on area history, nature, or special sights</li> </ul>