National geographic guide to national parks of the united states 9th edition - national geographic

Theres simply no better getaway in the United States than a visit to one of the countrys 62 national parks from Alaska to the Virgin Islands, from Maine to America Samoa.

Profiled in this all-new ninth edition of National Geographics enduring and informative guide, youll find expert travel advice, candid tips for hiking and wildlife spotting, and detailed maps to help navigate your way through Americas great outdoors.

Updated throughout with the latest information from park rangers and National Geographics 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 youre looking to explore the underground world of Mammoth Caves or make your way through the mangroves of Everglades National Park, youll 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.