Places We Swim: California

Places We Swim California is a guidebook to California’s unique wilderness featuring the best rivers, lakes, waterfalls, beaches, gorges and hot springs across the state.

The book contains 58 outdoor adventures for water-loving people and is divided into six key regions - Northern California, Sierra Nevada, The Bay Area, Gold Country, Central California and Southern California. You’ll discover what makes each hike and swimming hole unique, learn the best time to go, and gain useful local knowledge like where to find the most delicious food to eat nearby.

This book is for all people who love exploring the outdoors. Whether you are a multi-generational Californian, a recent arrival, or a temporary visitor, Places We Swim California will inspire you to experience the state’s incredible wilderness in new ways.