National Geographic Guide to National Parks of the United States, 7th Edition by National Geographic (2012, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherNational Geographic Society
ISBN-101426208693
ISBN-139781426208690
eBay Product ID (ePID)109318603

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Edition7
Book TitleNational Geographic Guide to National Parks of the United States, 7th Edition
Number of Pages480 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicRegional, Parks & Campgrounds, United States / General
Publication Year2012
IllustratorYes
GenreNature, Travel
AuthorNational Geographic
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight22.8 Oz
Item Length8.4 in
Item Width5.4 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal917.304932
SynopsisPacked with more color photographs (380) and detailed, color maps (80) than any other parks guidebook on the market, this handy, practical, guide, completely updated for the 2012 edition, offers comprehensive information on the crown jewels of the national park system--the 58 scenic national parks that conserve and protect the flora and fauna in some of our nation's last wilderness areas. This guide helps travelers design custom trips, depending on the time and interests they have. The parks are grouped region by region so that vacationers can plan trips to one or more central location. Each chapter is introduced by a map and a geographical profile, followed by the parks in alphabetical order. Individual parks start with a portrait of the natural wonders available, their history, and the ecological setting and stresses they face. A practical "How to Get There" follows with suggestions on when best to visit and a "How to Visit" section with advice on which activities to engage in, how much time to provide for each, and how to savor the beauty of the place. After the descriptions, each park has an "Information & Activities" page with detailed visitor information, including the location of the visitor centers, the fees, pet guidance, special advisories, camping, and lodging details. Suggested brief, nearby excursions are provided to encourage the traveler to explore beyond the park boundaries. This update includes the lastest information on the 2009 Tsunami which devistated America Samoa National Park, information on road changes that resulted from the recent flooding in Olympic National Park, and changes in Arches National Park, including the collapse of Wall Arch in late 2008. The new edition also has 200 new photos by noted nature photographer Phil Schermeister. These pictures, many of which have never been published before, reflect the beauty and grandeur of our national treasures, while the accompanying text, written by experienced National Geographic writers who have traveled the parks, is full of personal, useful, and practical information., Packed with more colour photographs and detailed maps than any other parks guidebook on the market, the National Geographic Guide to National Parks of the United States has been fully updated with comprehensive information, and it acts as a practical guide to the crown jewels of the national parks system the 58 scenic national parks that conserve and protect the flora and fauna in some of America's last wilderness areas.
LC Classification NumberE160

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    Like new condition and parks don’t change in location or beauty. I enjoy reading and remembering trips there in the past. Dream of going again but I’m in my mid eighties, May only be a dream.

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    We travel to as many National Parks as possible, and this guide is very very helpful in pre-planning what we want to see.

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