This CD is NOT intended to replace guide books or legitimate maps, but instead is intended to supplement those materials by providing a visual reference to help hikers decide whether or not a particular hike is of their interest and ability level.

Northwest Hiker does not accept any liability for accidents or injuries or any loss in connection with trail information, road information, weather information, or any other information published on the nwhiker.com web site or on this CD.

No map presented by Northwest Hiker is to be used for navigational purposes, but only for reference. Maps that can be used for navigational purposes are available for purchase from vendors through NW Hiker.com. The reports and information given by or linked to nwhiker.com provide updated information of interest to the regions users. Readers are cautioned to supplement the reports with other sources of information when planning a hike.

Additionally, readers should be aware that reported conditions may change quickly, and there may be errors in the reports, and that there are inherent dangers and hazards in back country travel.