Your Guide To Yellowstone And Grand Teton National Parks

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.

Features 650 species, More than 1,200 color photos, 131 illustrations, 54 geothermal features, 21 waterfalls, 15 color maps, 12 star charts, Clear, concise descriptions Wildlife biologist Kurt F. Johnson is in his second decade leading wildlife safaris throughout Greater Yellowstone. Learn more about Kurt at www.wildthingsofwyoming.com Book jacket.

A guide to visiting Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, featuring information on "must see" attractions, provoding rated reviews of recommended restaurants and lodgings for all budgets, and including comments from other travelers.

Republished for the second time, this delightful guide to Grand Teton National Park and surrounding areas, written by ranger-naturalists, provides wonderfully informative insights for motorists, families, casual hikers and others who want to learn more about the wonders of this magnificent corner of Wyoming. 75 full color photos, dozens of maps and numerous wildlife illustrations guide you along scenic drives, special places to view wildlife, hike and enjoy the park. Suggested family activities with detailed maps make exploring easy and fun.

The Rough Guide to Yellowstone & Grand Teton is your definitive guidebook to this storied region of the American west, designed to help you best enjoy your trip to Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks. Whether you want to know how to avoid Yellowstone's notorious high-season crowds, when and where to spot a moose in Grand Teton, or simply where to eat and sleep in either Yellowstone or Grand Teton, this detailed guide has everything you need, including full-colour photos, richly detailed maps, reviews on every single restaurant and lodge within Yellowstone and Grand Teton, and comprehensive looks at Yellowstone and Grand Teton's various gateway towns, including Jackson, West Yellowstone, Gardiner, Cooke City and Cody. The guide also takes a detailed look at hiking in Yellowstone and Grand Teton, with two full chapters dedicated to the best day and overnight hikes found inside each park.

Lonely Planet Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Spot wolves and grizzlies in Lamar Valley, watch geysers erupt in Old Faithful and Upper Geyser Basin, or get out on the water in a kayak or canoe at Jackson Lake.

Lonely Planet Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Spot wolves and grizzlies in Lamar Valley, watch geysers erupt in Old Faithful and Upper Geyser Basin, or get out on the water in a kayak or canoe at Jackson Lake.

A comprehensive guide to the crown jewels of the National Park system. The Greater Yellowstone ecosystem is one of the true gems of the American landscape. With guidance from seasoned travel writers who know the park very well, visitors will find details on everything from wildlife viewing to drinks in downtown Jackson Hole. Dramatically illustrated with 100+ color photographs, the scenic beauty of the area comes to life.