Parks Campgrounds category: 548 books

From a challenging climb up Lassen Peak to easy rambles around crystal clear lakes, this indispensable guide covers the best of the Northern California national park with 59 hike descriptions. Information on campsites, backcountry permits, safety, trail finder table, and a list of the author's...

The Battle of Antietam took place on September 17, 1862, and still stands as the bloodiest single day in American military history. Additionally, in its aftermath, President Abraham Lincoln issued his famous Emancipation Proclamation. In this engaging, easy-to-use guide, Carol Reardon and Tom Vossler...

The cultural and historical impact of Florence (Firenze - Italian) is striking. Amazing buildings and huge galleries filled with treasures churches testify to the love of ostentation to the Florentines. Long after he appeared on the political and economic horizon, Florence retains its elegant appearance:...

This field guide dedicated to wildflowers of the Blue Ridge Parkway is an information-packed, pocket-sized book that introduces park visitors to the vibrant wildflower habitats along the Blue Ridge Parkway in a colorful and portable package. Including full-color photos and easy-to-understand descriptions,...

Die skrywer besoek al sedert 1961 die Nasionale Krugerwildtuin. In die tydperk het hy baie wonderlike ervarings gehad. Hy het dit neergeskryf omdat dit hom die herinneringe weer laat herleef het. Daarna het almal wat die boek gelees het hom aangemoedig om die boek te publiseer.Die boek is tans beskikbaar in die kampe van die Nasionale Krugerwildtuin

Lessons from the Road share the travel adventures of a funny, single, 50-something year-old woman, traveling across the U.S. in a pickup truck. Webster is navigationally challenged and yet strangely addicted to camping sites and critters. She visits monuments of historical or personal significance, and meets some very interesting people along the way.

Historically, western North Carolina has been a haven for summer camps, sustaining one of the highest concentrations of summer camps in America. For generations, the natural beauty, rustic terrain, and cool climates of the southern Appalachian Mountains have attracted campers from around the world....

Rocky Mountain National Park is often called “the crown jewel” of the nation’s park system. Set in Colorado in the southern part of the Rocky Mountain chain, which forms the backbone of North America, the park contains 72 named peaks above 12,000 feet with the tallest of these, Longs Peak, rising...

Versailles State Park provides ample family friendly activities in the great outdoors. The second largest Indiana state park offers hiking, boating, mountain biking, swimming, and fishing. A Visit to Versailles State Park gives visitors all the information they need to enjoy this wonder area of Indiana.

Indiana Dunes State Park, located on the shore of Lake Michigan, offers the sightseer unique opportunities for hiking, picnicking, camping and swimming. Prospective visitors can glean all the information they need to enjoy this beautiful, inimitable area to the fullest from this tourism guide.

The Mount Hood National Forest is the closest national forest to Portland and encompasses the northern end of Oregon�s Cascade Mountains and the Columbia River Gorge. Established in 1908 as the Oregon National Forest and renamed the Mount Hood National Forest in 1924, it now consists of more than a...

The Complete Caravan Chef features delicious and easy recipes for preparing satisfying, tasty meals in a caravan, campervan or cabin, or at a campsite, plus plenty of useful tips on equipment, utensils and storage. From savouries, soups and salads to pasta, rice, meat and shellfish, your on-the-road...

Established in 1872, Yellowstone was the world's first national park. A land of magic and mystical waters, it has long been a place of reverence for many Americans. Former Chief of Interpretation at Yellowstone, George Robinson writes passionately and eloquently about this landscape that is so...

Best Easy Day Hikes Mount Rainier National Park includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for thirty easy-to-follow trails, from easy low elevation loops to slightly more difficult scenic routes through Mount Rainier. Get a close-up panoramic view of Nisqually Glacier on the popular Skyline...