Guide to the National Park Areas (Guide to the National Park Areas, Western States) - Softcover

In this comprehensive guide to 190 national park areas west of the Mississippi, the beauty, wonder, and history of these lands are at your fingertips. David and Kay Scott's informative text, which is enhanced by photographs and 118 detailed maps, gives the facts needed to plan and tailor a visit to your specifications. They include information on an area's history; lodging resources; camping, hunting, and fishing facilities; addresses and phone numbers; and much more. A handy facilities-and-activities chart provides an at-a-glance summary of what the parks offer. Whether you prefer major parks, small historic sites, scenic trails, or inspiring monuments, there is a national park area that is perfect for you. (7 x 10, 384 pages, maps, chart, b&w photos)

Almost two hundred areas west of the Mississippi are covered in an updated third edition providing details on regional history, points of interest, and activities. Small line maps and clear illustrations lend to a fine coverage. -- Midwest Book Review