<DIV><DIV><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in">From sprawling beaches to dramatic cliffs, the landscapes carved out by the mighty Pacific Ocean have been a destination for adventure and discovery since the earliest Spanish explorers arrived in the 1600s. While here and there the coastal wilderness has given way to California&rsquo;s largest and most cosmopolitan cities, the backroads and mountain lanes afford countless opportunities to experience the quiet of nature or explore the history of centuries-old communities. Visit sleepy fishing villages and historic landmarks of the Old West; hike through lush wilderness and fish in clear mountain streams; or catch some waves at one of the many pristine beaches along California&rsquo;s glorious coastline.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in">With glorious color photography and detailed descriptions, maps, and directions, <I>Backroads of the California Coast</i> offers two dozen fascinating and scenic journeys through some of the nation's most glorious landscapes.</p></DIV>