Seattle, Cloudcap, 1989, 1st US edition. 224 pp, b/w and color photos, routes, maps, permits. This is the rare hardcover edition with a dust jacket. Fine condition.
The standard guidebook for all the 18 5600-6600m Nepal trekking peaks.
Covers 18 designated trekking peaks exempt from the tightly restricted and expensive expedition peaks of Nepal. These challenging peaks range from 18,330-21,830 feet.Opened as recently as 1978, the trekking peaks of Nepal offer a towering potential for adventure and exploration far removed from large scale and expensive expedition climbing. This highly readable and practical book is the definitive guide to the 18 permitted trekking peaks, complete with detailed maps.