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NATIONAL PARKS OF THE UNITED STATES Reference Map:
National Geographic's wall map of National Parks of the United States highlights the nearly 400 magnificent parks across America. The country is represented in subtle earth-tones with shaded mountain relief and intricately drawn river systems. Colorful photos capture some of the diverse landscapes preserved and protected by the national park system.
Separate inset maps provide detail and descriptions of seven of the parks: Yellowstone, Yosemite, Acadia, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Everglades, and Zion. Parks located in U.S. territories are included on an inset world map.
Map is printed on premium quality paper stock, rolled, and packaged in a clear, hard plastic tube.
Net proceeds from the sale of this map go to support the non-profit mission of the National Geographic Society.
Key Features:
 Insets of the Yellowstone, Yosemite, Acadia, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Everglades, and Zion National Parks
 Inset world map showing outlying U.S. National Parks
 A list of parks near metropolitan areas
 Geographical detail including mountain relief and river systems
 Major cities and state capitals
Popular Places Included on the Map
Yellowstone, Yosemite, Denali, Joshua Tree, Acadia, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Hawai'i Volcanoes, Everglades, Zion, Mount Rushmore, Great Sand Dune, Rocky Mountain
About National Parks of the United States
Since the establishment of Yellowstone in 1872, the United States has worked to preserve and protect the most unusual, beautiful, and peaceful corners of the country. These national treasures evoke wonder, exhilaration, inspiration, and connection with the spirit of a diverse and unique nation. Whether it was established for its natural beauty or historical significance, these parks represent the distinct landscapes of the country from stunning mountain vistas, breathtaking canyons, and red rock arches to dense wetlands, scenic rivers, and coral reefs.
- Sheet Size = 42.00 x 30.00
- Scale = 1:5,200,000
Synopsis
National Geographic's wall map of National Parks of the United States highlights the nearly 400 magnificent parks across America. The country is represented in subtle earth-tones with shaded mountain relief and intricately drawn river systems. Photos capture some of the diverse landscapes preserved and protected by the national park system.
Separate inset maps provide detail and descriptions of seven of the parks: Yellowstone, Yosemite, Acadia, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Everglades, and Zion. Parks located in U.S. territories are included on an inset world map.
Includes insets of the Yellowstone, Yosemite, Acadia, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Everglades, and Zion National Parks, an inset world map showing outlying U.S. National Parks, a list of parks near metropolitan areas.
Popular Places Included on the Map include Yellowstone, Yosemite, Denali, Joshua Tree, Acadia, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Hawai'i Volcanoes, Everglades, Zion, Mount Rushmore, Great Sand Dune, and Rocky Mountain national parks.
The map is packaged in a two inch diamater clear plastic tube. The tube has a decorative label showing a thumbnail of the map with dimensions and other pertinent information.
- Map Scale = 1:5,200,000
- Sheet Size = 42" x 30"
About the Author
Founded in 1915 as the Cartographic Group, the first division of the National Geographic Society, National Geographic Maps has been responsible for illustrating the world around us through the art and science of mapmaking.Today, National Geographic Maps continues this mission by creating the world's best wall maps, recreation maps, atlases, and globes which inspire people to care about and explore their world. All proceeds from the sale of National Geographic maps go to support the Society's non-profit mission to increase global understanding and promote conservation of our planet through exploration, research, and education.