Lonely Planet: Hiking in the USA, £14.99

The varied terrain of the US makes it wonderfully appealing as a place to hike - which other country offers the lush green of New England contrasting with the skyscraping peaks of the Appalachians? Planning a hiking expedition to a country of this size could be a daunting task and this new book makes the job easier by providing a detailed guide to some of the best hikes in 48 states.Treks for both first-timers and experienced hikers are covered as well as walks of different lengths to ensure that you don't get worn out in the middle of Colorado.