Field Guide to California Rivers

“Here’s the definitive field guide on the Golden State’s rivers. . . . Whether you fish, kayak, or just enjoy exploring on foot the banks of these waterways, this is a book you will want to have at your fingertips.”

— Salinas Californian

“Palmer brings a natural history guide, a recreation guide, and an introduction to river ecology together in one illuminating volume; it belongs in every river lover’s book collection, boat, and backpack. . . . Anyone exploring California rivers will want this book!”

— Birdbooker Report

“An excellent little guide, this is one book you won’t want to leave home without if you plan on river rafting, hiking, or a fishing trip.”

— Bookloons.com

“Field Guide to California Rivers is one of an extensive series of compact, lushly photographed and illustrated guides put out by the UC Press on the naturalist’s paradise that is California. In his handy profiles of our rivers, conservationist Tim Palmer outlines the geologic, hydrological, and climatic forces that shape them, as well as the challenges of protection and restoration. A separate section describes and illustrates river plant and animal life. Each entry in the guide proper includes hiking guidelines and sometimes canoeing and fishing guidelines as well.”

— SF / Sacramento Book Rev / 1776 Prod