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Theyve been dubbed Americas best idea for a reason: get inspired, get outdoors, and discover the wild beauty of the United States with Moon USA National Parks. Inside youll find:Coverage of all 59 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 regionStrategic 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 countryThe best outdoor adventures in every park, including backpacking, biking, mountain climbing, kayaking, rafting, and more, plus detailed hike descriptions and trail maps marked with distance, duration, effort level, and trailheadsNational parks road trips with driving times and advice for linking multiple parks, interesting stops between them, and nearby attractions and state parksComprehensive planning resources: With detailed maps and transportation tips, youll have the tools to explore each park or region individually, or visit multiple for an epic national parks tripExpert advice from former park guide and award-winning author 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 hotelsKnow 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 PassGorgeous, full-color photos throughout, plus a handy keepsake section for your national parks stamps and a detachable fold-out poster mapWhether youre 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 Moons national parks travel guides.
About the Author
Becky Lomax grew up hiking, camping, and skiing. She soon gained a love for the outdoors and the national parks of Washington. In college, she headed to the Rocky Mountains to work in Glacier National Park, using every spare minute to hike. Later, after she and her husband moved to Montana, she returned to Glacier, serving for a decade as a hiking and backpacking guide.She parlayed her love for exploring national parks into writing about them. She's written magazine stories about national park trails, backpacking, melting glaciers, environmental concerns, and historic places. Her favorite writing adventures have followed biologists into the field to collar bighorn sheep and grizzly bears.
