USA national parks : lands of wonder.

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Title:

USA national parks : lands of wonder.

Alternate title:

National parks

DK Eyewitness USA national parks

Series:

DK eyewitness books

Summary:

"USA National Parks: Lands of Wonder is a celebration of these magnificent parks - packed with beautiful photography and inspiring ideas for your next adventure, whether you want to be alone amid the vast and haunting wilderness of Alaska's Denali Park or get up close to the teeming tropical wildlife of Florida's Everglades. All 62 national parks are covered, showcasing what makes each one unique, with maps, facts and figures, things to do, and when and where to experience it at its best" -- Amazon.com.

Each United States National Park is introduced in a two-to-six-page spread. Articles include a thumbnail history, trivia, and one-to-two sentence articles about the best hikes, sights, and historical personages associated with the park. Tourist information (lodging, restaurants, etc.) is not included. -- perusal of book

General Note:

Includes index.

Edition:

First edition.

Contents:

Introduction -- Plotting the parks -- The story -- The parks -- Yellowstone -- Yosemite -- Sequoia -- Mount Rainier -- Crater Lake -- Wind Cave -- Mesa Verde -- Glacier -- Rocky Mountain -- Lassen Volcanic -- Hawai'i Volcanoes -- Denali -- Grand Canyon -- Zion -- Acadia -- Hot Springs -- Bryce Canyon -- Grand Teton -- Carlsbad Caverns -- Great Smoky Mountains -- Shenandoah -- Olympic -- Kings Canyon -- Isle Royale -- Mammoth Cave -- Big Bend -- Everglades -- Virgin Islands -- Haleakalā -- Petrified Forest -- Canyonlands -- North Cascades -- Redwood -- Capitol Reef -- Arches -- Guadalupe Mountains -- Voyageurs -- Theodore Roosevelt -- Badlands -- Channel Islands -- Biscayne -- Katmai -- Glacier Bay -- Gates of the Arctic -- Kenai Fjords -- Kobuk Valley -- Lake Clark -- Wrangell-St. Elias -- Great Basin -- National Park of American Samoa -- Dry Tortugas -- Death Valley -- Saguaro -- Joshua Tree -- Black Canyon of the Gunnison -- Cuyahoga Valley -- Congaree -- Great Sand Dunes -- Pinnacles -- Gateway Arch -- Indiana Dunes -- White Sands.

Physical Description:

256 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 27 cm.

Genre:

Guidebooks.

Subject Term:

National parks and reserves -- Guidebooks.

National parks and reserves.

Geographic Term:

United States -- Guidebooks.

United States.

Publisher:

DK Publishing,

Publication Date:

2020

ISBN:

9780744024494

Publication Information:

New York : DK Publishing, [2020]

Call Number:

917.304 DK

Holds: Copies:

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Summary

Breathtaking and awe-inspiring, the USA National Parks never fail to amaze. Distinguished by rust-red canyons, snow-capped peaks and silent forests, they're yours to roam. Immerse yourself and your family in these ancient lands, explore their heritage and find out what makes them unique.

Whether it's your dream to check the Grand Canyon off your bucket list, discover Alaska's Denali Park, and explore Florida's Everglades, or if you're simply seeking inspiration for your next trip to the great outdoors, USA National Parks Lands of Wonder ensures you experience all the American wilderness has to offer. USA National Parks Lands of Wonder truly brings all 62 National Parks to life, celebrating the country's most breathtaking landscapes. USA National Parks is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime.

Inside USA National Parks you will find:

* Inspiring photography throughout that evokes the majesty of the national parks
* 'Focus On' sections including features on National Parks throughout each season, best times to visit, and geographical insights
* Practical tips on what to enjoy during your trip, including popular hikes, bird-watching tips, and activities for the whole family to enjoy
* 'Did You Know?' sections featured throughout to test your knowledge on the culture, history and wildlife of the National Parks you visit
* 'Ways To Explore' sections featured throughout to maximize your adventures, offering ideas such as camping, picnicking, hiking, sledging, night-watching and walking
* Expert led hike Trails with easy, moderate and challenging options to plan your route ahead of your trip
* Covers : Yellowstone, Yosemite, Sequoia, Mount Rainier, Crater Lake, Wind Caves, Mesa Verde, Glacier Rocky Mountain, Lassen Volcanic, Hawai'i Volcanoes, Denali, Grand Canyon, Zion, Acadia, Hot Springs, Bryce Canyon, Grand Teton, Carlsbad Caverns, Great Smoky Mountains, Shenandoah, Olympic, Kings Canyon, Isle Royale, Mammoth Cave, Big Bend, Everglades, Virgin Islands, Haleakalā, Petrified Forest, Canyonlands, North Cascades, Redwood, Capitol Reef, Arches, Guadalupe Mountains, Voyageurs, Theodore Roosevelt, Badlands, Channel Islands, Biscayne, Katma,i Glacier Bay, Gates of the Arctic, Kenai Fjords, Kobuk Valley, Lake Clark, Wrangell St. Elias, Great Basin, National Park of American Samoa, Dry Tortugas, Death Valley, Saguaro, Joshua Tree, Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Cuyahoga Valley, Congaree, Great Sand Dunes, Pinnacles, Gateway Arch, Indiana Dunes, White Sands

Seeking more adventures in the USA? Don't forget to check out DK Eyewitness Southwest USA, DK Eyewitness Florida, DK Eyewitness New England, DK Eyewitness Hawaii, DK Eyewitness Pacific Northwest , and DK Eyewitness USA to make the most of your trip and achieve the adventure of a lifetime.

About DK Eyewitness:

At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

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