Moon USA National Parks (Second Edition): The Complete Guide to All 62 Parks - Softcover

Lomax, Becky

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1640499180 ISBN 13: 9781640499188

Publisher: Moon Travel, 2020

Synopsis

They've been dubbed America's best idea for a reason: get inspired, get outdoors, and discover the wild beauty of the United States with Moon USA National Parks. Inside you'll find:

*Coverage of all 62 national parks, from the misty mountains of the east and the redwoods of the west to the glaciers of Alaska and volcanoes of Hawaii, organized by region
*Strategic lists and itineraries: Choose from lists of the best parks for hiking, wildlife, families, and scenic drives or make your way down the list of the top ten national parks experiences across the country
*The best outdoor adventures in every park, including backpacking, cycling, climbing, kayaking, rafting, and more, plus detailed hike descriptions and trail maps marked with distance, duration, effort level, and trailheads
*National parks road trips with driving times and advice for linking multiple parks, interesting stops between them, and nearby attractions and state parks
*Comprehensive planning resources: With maps and transportation tips, you'll have the tools to explore each park or region individually, or visit multiple for an epic national parks trip
*Expert advice from former park guide Becky Lomax on how to avoid crowds, what time of year to visit, and where to stay inside and outside the parks, from campgrounds to hotels
*Know before you go: Find essential background on climate, terrain, wildlife, history, and safety precautions, plus practical information on park fees, passes, and reservations, including how to obtain and use a National Parks Pass
*Gorgeous, full-colour photos throughout, plus a handy keepsake section for your national parks stamps and a detachable fold-out poster map

Whether you're trekking to striking vistas, rafting a wild river, or camping under the stars, find your park adventure with Moon USA National Parks.

For more in-depth information on a specific park, check out one of Moon's national parks travel guides.

About this title

About the Author

Becky Lomax serves as the western writer for On the Snow, a website that provides snow reports for ski resorts. She also writes stories for regional newspapers and national magazines such as Smithsonian and Backpacker.

Edition details

• Publisher: Moon Travel
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1640499180
• ISBN 13: 9781640499188
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 700