The best hiking trails on the Big Island, leading to isolated black-sand beaches, waterfalls, volcanoes, fern forests, and mountain tips;Clear instructions and specific directions with access maps for hiking areas and trailheads;Detailed topographical maps for each trail;An informative section on the natural history of the Island of Hawaii;Specific information regarding equipment and clothing;Details regarding camping and lodging;Over 40 topographical maps to guide hikers; andOver 50 black and white or color photographs illustrating scenery along the trails.