Compass American Guides : Underwater Wonders of the National Parks : A Diving and Snorkeling Guide

by Daniel Lenihan, John D. Brooks (Photographer)

Compass Underwater UNDERWATER WONDERS
of the National Parks


Created by local writers and photographers, Compass American Guides are the ultimate insider's guides, providing in-depth coverage of the history, culture and character of America's most spectacular destinations. Covering everything there is to see and do as well as choice lodging and dining, these gorgeous full-color guides are perfect for new and longtime residents as well as vacationers who want a deep understanding of the region they're visiting.


Outstanding color photography, plus a wealth of archival images
Detailed color maps
Snorkeling in the Virgin Islands, Florida Keys, and Hawaii
Rare coral reefs, tropical fish, turtles, and barracudas
Shipwreck diving off Cape Hatteras, Isle Royale, Fire Island, and elsewhere
Kelp forests in the Channel Islands and underwater geysers in Yellowstone
Underwater archeological remains of Spanish galleons in the Dry Tortugas, a Union warship off Cape Hatteras, a ranch house in Lake Amistad

340 pages, Paperback

First published December 29, 1997

About the author

Underwater archaeologist. Dan was the founding chief of what is now the Submerged Resources Center of the US National Park Service. He also co-authored three novels with Hollywood actor Gene Hackman.

Also publishes under Daniel J. Lenihan