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The Official Guide to America's National Parks
Every year millions of people travel to cherished national parks such as Yellowstone and Yosemite to see some of the most stunning landscapes on Earth. Produced in cooperation with the National Park Foundation, this is the official guide to all 397 sites in the national park system, including natural, historic, and cultural treasures. It’s invaluable as a quick reference as well as to help plan the trip of a lifetime.
Competitive No other book covers all of the 397 sites under National Park Service jurisdiction, making this a comprehensive reference—plus, this is the only guide officially endorsed by the National Park Foundation.
Expanded This comprehensive new edition includes the latest information on facilities and programs as well as visiting tips and succinct advice on food and lodging inside and outside the parks.
Special Organized alphabetically by state, this indispensable guide features not only parks but also seashores, trails, wild and scenic rivers, battlefields, and historic sites. Six icons for different types of parks make it easy to identify sites of interest. Each listing is packed with essential a brief history of the site and why it’s significant; what to see and do, with facilities, programs, and tips; fees and hours; and contacts. Many sites have recommendations for food, lodging, and supplies. An index organizes sites by special interests from Civil War sites to presidential history and more. Other special sections include information on national heritage areas and national trails systems. Sales of the guide support the National Park Foundation in its effort to preserve America’s greatest treasures.
Indispensable Trip Planning About Your Visit sections provide helpful tips on making the most of a trip. Each site listing contains detailed contact information as well as a section on how to get there. Twenty-two pages of easy-to-use regional maps make it easy to locate each site and see what’s nearby.
This book is the official guide produced in cooperation with the National Park Foundation.
Competitive No other book covers all of the 397 sites under National Park Service jurisdiction, making this a comprehensive reference—plus, this is the only guide officially endorsed by the National Park Foundation.
Expanded This comprehensive new edition includes the latest information on facilities and programs as well as visiting tips and succinct advice on food and lodging inside and outside the parks.
Special Organized alphabetically by state, this indispensable guide features not only parks but also seashores, trails, wild and scenic rivers, battlefields, and historic sites. Six icons for different types of parks make it easy to identify sites of interest. Each listing is packed with essential a brief history of the site and why it’s significant; what to see and do, with facilities, programs, and tips; fees and hours; and contacts. Many sites have recommendations for food, lodging, and supplies. An index organizes sites by special interests from Civil War sites to presidential history and more. Other special sections include information on national heritage areas and national trails systems. Sales of the guide support the National Park Foundation in its effort to preserve America’s greatest treasures.
Indispensable Trip Planning About Your Visit sections provide helpful tips on making the most of a trip. Each site listing contains detailed contact information as well as a section on how to get there. Twenty-two pages of easy-to-use regional maps make it easy to locate each site and see what’s nearby.
This book is the official guide produced in cooperation with the National Park Foundation.
544 pages, Paperback
First published November 27, 2012
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1,839 books62 followersFodor's Travel Publications is a United States-based producer of English-language travel guides and online tourism information. It was founded by Hungarian Eugene Fodor in 1936.
Fodor’s was acquired by Random House in 1986 and sold to Internet Brands in 2016.
Fodor’s was acquired by Random House in 1986 and sold to Internet Brands in 2016.
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October 15, 2014
Another quality Fodor book
I've always liked the format and the thoroughness of Fodor guide books. This book on America's national parks is no exception.
It is 500+ pages. It is arranged in alphabetical order by state.There are some color pictures at the front of the book but most parks do not have pictures included.
At the beginning of the book, there are general state maps with the locations of the parks marked on them.
Included about each park/site:
* Historical information
* What to See and Do, which includes tips on when best to visit
* Food, Lodging and Supplies - includes camping info, hotels, restaurants, groceries
* Fees, Hours and Regulations
* How to Get There
* Contacts
It would have been nice to have GPS coordinates for the parks, campgrounds, etc. but they are NOT included.
The book I received shows a 2013 copyright and shows it is the 14th edition.
It includes coverage on all 397 national parks, plus scenic trails, battlefields and other historic sites.
This is a great reference book for RVers and all travelers checking out National Parks in the United States.
I've always liked the format and the thoroughness of Fodor guide books. This book on America's national parks is no exception.
It is 500+ pages. It is arranged in alphabetical order by state.There are some color pictures at the front of the book but most parks do not have pictures included.
At the beginning of the book, there are general state maps with the locations of the parks marked on them.
Included about each park/site:
* Historical information
* What to See and Do, which includes tips on when best to visit
* Food, Lodging and Supplies - includes camping info, hotels, restaurants, groceries
* Fees, Hours and Regulations
* How to Get There
* Contacts
It would have been nice to have GPS coordinates for the parks, campgrounds, etc. but they are NOT included.
The book I received shows a 2013 copyright and shows it is the 14th edition.
It includes coverage on all 397 national parks, plus scenic trails, battlefields and other historic sites.
This is a great reference book for RVers and all travelers checking out National Parks in the United States.
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December 7, 2012Have searched other books with similar titles in the past and none of them have come close to this one.....gives the history of each park, along with contacts, how to get there, fees and regulations, food and lodging, and a "what to see and do" ......
there are also smaller maps and a "see also" section of other attractions nearby....
there are also smaller maps and a "see also" section of other attractions nearby....
May 25, 2018
I wish this book had more art. I like a guidebook to have pictures. Otherwise, chock full of facts & figures about visiting our park system.
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