Synopses & Reviews
Filled with stunning photography, this award-winning guidebook reveals the best of Grand Canyon National Park.
From hiking the Bright Angel Trail to river rafting the Colorado River, Grand Canyon is filled with adventure. But without careful planning, a trip there can be overwhelming. Grand Canyon: The Complete Guide gives you everything you need to make the most of your time in the park.
Whether you want to find the best sunset viewpoints on the South Rim or the best day hikes on the North Rim, James Kaiser helps you plan the perfect trip to Grand Canyon. He shows you what to see, what to do and how to avoid the crowds. In-depth chapters on the park's history, geology, archaeology and wildlife take readers behind the scenes, providing fascinating context for one of earth's greatest natural wonders.
From Havasu Canyon to Phantom Ranch, Grand Canyon: The Complete Guide is puts the best of Grand Canyon at your fingertips.
Filled with Tips to save you Time and Money
Over 150 Color Photos
Over 20 Detailed Maps
Important Info on Hiking, Mule Rides and Scenic Flights
Detailed Chapter on Colorado River Trips
Fascinating Chapters on Geology, History, Ecology and Wildlife
Review
"Hands down, these are the best travel guidebooks I've ever read." Wandering Educators
Winner, Benjamin Franklin Award, Best Full Color Travel Guide
Winner, Independent Book Publisher Award, Best Travel Guide
Synopsis
Filled with beautiful color photographs, this award-winning guidebook reveals the best of America's most famous national park. Grand Canyon: The Complete Guide equips travelers with detailed maps, travel tips, and extensive listings for lodging, camping, and sightseeing. From river rafting to mule rides, the Grand Canyon is filled with plethora of potential activities—but without careful planning, a trip to this popular national park can be overwhelming. This guide divides the attractions into sections—the North Rim, South Rim, Colorado River, and Havasu Falls—with information given for each, including how to avoid crowds. The park's most popular hiking trails are covered in detail, and outfitters for backpacking, mule rides, and whitewater rafting are listed. Carefully researched chapters about the park's history, geology, and wildlife take readers behind the scenes, providing fascinating context for one of earth's greatest natural wonders.
About the Author
James Kaiser is an award-winning travel writer and photographer and author of Acadia: The Complete Guide, Costa Rica: The Complete Guide, Joshua Tree: The Complete Guide, and Yosemite: The Complete Guide.