Canyonlands, Glen Canyon, Capitol Reef, and Arches National Park

Canyonlands, Glen Canyon, Capitol Reef, and Arches National Park
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. Subcommittee on Parks and Recreation
Publisher:
Total Pages: 100
Release: 1971
Genre: Arches National Park (Utah)
ISBN:

Wonders of Sand and Stone

Wonders of Sand and Stone
Author: Frederick H. Swanson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 440
Release: 2020
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781607817659

From Delicate Arch to the Zion Narrows, Utah's five national parks and eight national monuments are home to some of America's most amazing scenic treasures, created over long expanses of geologic time. In Wonders of Sand and Stone, Frederick H. Swanson traces the recent human story behind the creation of these places as part of a protected mini-empire of public lands. Drawing on extensive historical research, Swanson presents little-known accounts of people who saw in these sculptured landscapes something worth protecting. Readers are introduced to the region's early explorers, scientists, artists, and travelers as well as the local residents and tourism promoters who worked with the National Park Service to build the system of parks and monuments we know today, when Utah's national parks and monuments face multiple challenges from increased human use and from development outside their borders. As scientists continue to uncover the astonishing diversity of life in these desert and mountain landscapes, and archaeologists and Native Americans document their rich cultural resources, the management of these federal lands remains critically important. Swanson provides us with a detailed and timely background to advance and inform discussions about what form that management should take.

The Hayduke Trail

The Hayduke Trail
Author: Joe Mitchell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780874808131

Traversing six national parks, a national recreation area, a national monument, and various wilderness study areas, the Hayduke Trail is a challenging, 800-mile backcountry route on the Colorado Plateau. This guide book is designed for experienced desert trekkers seeking a thorough-hiking experience on a well-tested route.

A Complete Guide to the Grand Circle National Parks

A Complete Guide to the Grand Circle National Parks
Author: Eric Henze
Publisher:
Total Pages: 234
Release: 2017-01-11
Genre: Arches National Park (Utah)
ISBN: 9780997137088

The seven most amazing national parks within the Southwest United States are covered in full within these pages; from what to do, where to stay, and dining options, both inside the parks and nearby. All surrounding national monuments and state parks are also described in detail. This book is packed with maps, pictures, tips, stories, and fun!

Capitol Reef and Arches National Parks

Capitol Reef and Arches National Parks
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. Subcommittee on Parks and Recreation
Publisher:
Total Pages: 64
Release: 1970
Genre: National parks and reserves
ISBN:

Wildflowers of Utah's Colorado Plateau

Wildflowers of Utah's Colorado Plateau
Author: Deborah J. Clark
Publisher:
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2021-04-15
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781934553800

An essential field guide to wildflowers of the Colorado Plateau in southern Utah. This book contains color photographs with the common and scientific names of 209 plants. Line drawings of 83 of these plants aid in identification.

Lost Canyons of the Green River

Lost Canyons of the Green River
Author: Roy Webb
Publisher: University of Utah Press
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2012-04-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 1607812142

Takes the reader on a journey back in time to discover the Green River as it once was

Subpar Parks

Subpar Parks
Author: Amber Share
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2021-07-13
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 0593185552

**A New York Times Bestseller!** Based on the wildly popular Instagram account, Subpar Parks features both the greatest hits and brand-new content, all celebrating the incredible beauty and variety of America’s national parks juxtaposed with the clueless and hilarious one-star reviews posted by visitors. Subpar Parks, both on the popular Instagram page and in this humorous, informative, and collectible book, combines two things that seem like they might not work together yet somehow harmonize perfectly: beautiful illustrations and informative, amusing text celebrating each national park paired with the one-star reviews disappointed tourists have left online. Millions of visitors each year enjoy Glacier National Park, but for one visitor, it was simply "Too cold for me!" Another saw the mind-boggling vistas of Bryce Canyon as "Too spiky!" Never mind the person who visited the thermal pools at Yellowstone National Park and left thinking, “Save yourself some money, boil some water at home.” Featuring more than 50 percent new material, the book will include more depth and insight into the most popular parks, such as Yosemite, Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, and Acadia National Parks; anecdotes and tips from rangers; and much more about author Amber Share's personal love and connection to the outdoors. Equal parts humor and love for the national parks and the great outdoors, it's the perfect gift for anyone who loves to spend time outside as well as have a good read (and laugh) once they come indoors.