Frommer's Easyguide to National Parks of the American West

Frommer's Easyguide to National Parks of the American West
Author: Don Laine
Publisher: Frommermedia Llc
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2014
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781628870664

Presents a guide to the national parks of the West, providing information about attractions, tours, day hikes, activities, wildlife, lodging, and restaurants in and near each park.

Frommer's National Parks of the American West

Frommer's National Parks of the American West
Author: Don Laine
Publisher: Frommers
Total Pages: 528
Release: 2010-04-07
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0470627387

With full coverage of Western national parks: Arches, Badlands, Big Bend, Black Canyon of the Gunnison, the Black Hills (including Mount Rushmore), Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Carlsbad Caverns, Channel Islands, Crater Lake, Death Valley, Devils Tower, Glacier National/Waterton Lakes, the Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, Great Basin, Great Sand Dunes, Guadalupe Mountains, Joshua Tree, Lassen Volcanic Park, Mesa Verde and the Four Corners, Mount Rainier, North Cascades, Olympic, Petrified Forest, Point Reyes, Redwood, Rocky Mountain, Saguaro, Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Theodore Roosevelt, Yellowstone, Yosemite and Zion. According to the National Park Service, as of June 2009, 127.7 million visits were made to national parks in the first six months of the year, an increase of about 4.5 million over the same period in 2008. More than 900,000 people visited Yellowstone National Park in July, 2009, an all-time record for monthly visits and a jump of 94,000 visits over 2008. The First Family visited Yellowstone in August, 2009.

Frommer's National Parks of the American West

Frommer's National Parks of the American West
Author: Don Laine
Publisher: *Frommers
Total Pages: 706
Release: 2002-04-29
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780764565601

More than 65 million people visit the national parks annually-and overcrowding has become a serious problem. So we sent our authors out to hit the trails and campsites to figure out how to beat the crowds and enjoy an unspoiled experience of nature. Our authors take you to the most spectacular landscapes in the western U.S. and provide advice for every kind of park visitor, from the day-tripper who wants to see the highlights quickly to the back-country camper to the families traveling with kids. This incredibly detailed, complete guide covers every kind of activity available in each park, from hiking to bird watching, with a range of sports for visitors of all ages and skill levels. Frommer's National Parks of the American West also includes reviews of park lodges, camping, and nearby accommodations to help you plan all aspects of your trip. Exact prices are listed for every establishment and activity. No other guide offers such detailed, candid reviews...or such honest advice. Complete with maps of every park (including detailed maps of hiking trails in the major parks), plus a stunning 16-page full-color photo insert!

Frommer's Rocky Mountain National Park

Frommer's Rocky Mountain National Park
Author: Don Laine
Publisher: Frommers
Total Pages: 180
Release: 1999-04-23
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780028630854

Frommer's Puts the Parks in Your Pocket. All the up-to-date practical information and candid insider advice you need to have the perfect park vacation…in an easy-to-carry size—and at an unbeatable price! Your Complete Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park: The best strategies for seeing this spectacular park, whether you have a full week or just a few hours Great places to stay: historic lodges, family-friendly gateway motels, and the best area campgrounds The best hikes, from easy meadow walks to thrilling backcountry trails—plus cross-country ski treks, horse back tours, and more Where to eat and stock up on supplies A fully illustrated nature guide to help you identify elk, beaver, wildflowers, and more Detailed, accurate park and trail maps Frommer's. The Name You Can Trust. Find us online at www.frommers.com

Frommer's American Southwest

Frommer's American Southwest
Author: Karl Samson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 642
Release: 2003-11-10
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0764556096

You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go—they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us! Meticulously researched, with every recommendation based on personal experience, Frommer’s American Southwest is the only guide you’ll need to experience all the adventure and natural wonders of this amazing corner of the country. In this detailed and completely up-to-date guide, you’ll find geat places to stay in every price range: luxury resorts, historic B&Bs, family-friendly motels, ranches, rustic cabins, and more. We’ll show you all the sights, from dinosaur fossils and ancient cliff dwellings to Wild West saloons and Native American pueblos. You’ll rely on our complete coverage of the national parks and monuments, including the Grand Canyon, Mesa Verde, and Canyon de Chelly. Whether you’re looking for family fun or daredevil thrills, Frommer’s American Southwest will help you design the adventure that’s right for you.

National Parks of the American West For Dummies

National Parks of the American West For Dummies
Author: Kurt Repanshek
Publisher: For Dummies
Total Pages: 438
Release: 2005-02-25
Genre: Travel
ISBN:

* Formerly America's National Parks For Dummies, this guide now focuses exclusively on the most popular parks in the system-those west of the Mississippi * Covers Arches, Death Valley, Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, Mount Rainer, Olympic, Sequoia/King's Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Zion * 65 percent of Americans surveyed said they had taken a trip of 50 miles or more in the last year to visit a state or national park or forest