When the scenery out the car window is breathtaking, drivers and their passengers want maximum gaze time. Our popular road guide, completely revised and updated, features contiguous text and maps so visitors can follow the maps and descriptions as they drive along. The book's efficient design eliminates having to flip back and forth between maps and text and count odometer mileage--a major frustration of other road guides. This indispensable guide tracks the major roads within Yellowstone National Park and its neighbor Grand Teton National Park. Detailed topographical maps point out where to look for wildlife such as mountain goats, bighorn sheep, elk, deer, and bear; geological formations; historical sites; and plants. Also included are locations for camping, fishing, and boating within the Wyoming parks. Several pages of maps and accompanying text cover the popular Grand Loop Road, describing the formation of the 308-foot Lower Falls, Yellowstone Canyon's best views from Artist's Point, and how Mud Volcano lives up to its name. This road guide not only helps visitors find their way around but also makes the trip richer, more interesting, and more enjoyable.

This book is a state-of-the-art report on the planet Mars, the technology that allows us to explore it, and the prospects for further exciting discoveries.

Profiling 60 parks--from battlefields to national seashores--administered by the National Park Service, this edition also provides a brief glimpse at 29 additional parks, including the newly created Indiana Sand Dunes.and Dunes.

"A guide to the best parks in the United States and Canada, including activity and accommodation information; information on nearby attractions; top ten lists; and information on local fare"--

From Old Faithful to the National Elk Refuge, see the wide-ranging wonders of northwest Wyoming, from valley floor to mountain peaks Includes full-color photographic foldouts, maps, and details on the vast forests, grasslands, lava flows and geysers, trails, flowers, hiking trails, wildlife, and more. Your complete guide to these unforgettable parks, with important insight and information to make the most of your visit! Yellowstone, the world 's first national park, is truly a wonder of nature; its majestic beauty and unique geothermal and geologic features are preserved in its pristine glory. Since 1872, over one hundred and fifty million visitors have been awed by the sights and sounds of this abundant and untamed wilderness spanning over 3,400 square miles. With unique Grand Teton National Park nearby, over three and half million annually visit this area to enjoy recreation, wildlife, and scenery. With hundreds of color photos and travel tips, this unique guide celebrates the profound biblical history revealed within the dramatic landscapes. With perspective on events that formed these mountains and valleys, as well as the breathtaking diversity of plants and animals presented, you will stand in awe of these picturesque parks. Book jacket.

There's simply no better getaway in the United States than a visit to one of the country's 62 national parks from Alaska to the Virgin Islands, from Maine to America Samoa. Profiled in this all-new ninth edition of National Geographic's enduring and informative guide, you'll find expert travel advice, candid tips for hiking and wildlife spotting, and detailed maps to help navigate your way through America's great outdoors. Updated throughout with the latest information from park rangers and National Geographic's own acclaimed travel writers, this fully revised and comprehensive guidebook includes the newest additions to the United States park system-Indiana Dunes, White Sands, and Gateway Arch national parks. Whether you're looking to explore the underground world of Mammoth Caves or make your way through the mangroves of Everglades National Park, you'll find a destination that suits your needs, and inspiration to plan your next wild adventure. In addition to park details and descriptions, this sparkling new edition features week-long regional road trip itineraries s so you can visit multiple parks in one vacation. Filled with more than 300 dazzling photographs and 80 full-color maps, this inspiring book reveals the best the United States has to offer-right in its own backyard.