Presents a guide to America's national parks, including tips on exploration, information about animals, and fun facts.

"Profiles of 60 parks--from battlefields to national seashores--administered by the National Park Service, highlighting their diverse appeal and available outdoor activities. A brief glimpse is given of 29 additional parks, including the newly created Indiana Sand Dunes."

For devoted park-goers and casual campers alike, this charming guide is nothing short of a celebration of America's natural wonders. An introduction to the storied history of the Parks Service is paired with engaging profiles of each of the sixty-one National Parks, from Acadia to Zion and everything in between. Quirky facts and key dates are woven throughout, while refreshingly modern illustrations capture the iconic features of each majestic setting....

Begins with a view of Yellowstone National Park from space, then dives into the life of the park. Captures dramatic struggles and triumphs of the native wildlife.

"This beautifully illustrated collection highlights America's 62 national parks and 38 state, recreational, and city parks and green spaces"--

Discusses the history and culture of the Southwestern United States and its many national parks, recommending accommodations and restaurants, and providing details on wildlife, itineraries, and outdoor activities.

From misty mountains in the east to the redwoods in the west; from the glaciers of Alaska to the volcanoes of Hawaii, Lomax shows readers the top experiences in each park. Whether you're trekking to striking vistas, rafting wild rivers, or camping under dark skies, you can make your park adventure the trip of a lifetime. -- adapted from back cover

Traces the birth of the national park idea in the mid-1800s and follows its evolution for nearly 150 years. Using archival photographs, first-person accounts of historical characters, personal memories and analysis from more than 40 interviews, and what Burns believes is the most stunning cinematography in Florentine Films' history, the series chronicles the steady addition of new parks through the stories of the people who helped create them and...

It's been over 100 years since the Grand Canyon's designation as a national park, and 150 years since Yellowstone became the United States' first designated national park. Since then, the U.S. National Parks have become some of the nation's most treasured places visited by millions of people each year. Their names evoke grandeur and pride and are on most people's bucket list of places to see. Did you know the U.S. hosts the clearest lake on earth,...

An overview of the various attractions of Yellowstone National Park.