National Geographic Guide to the State Parks of the United States
From the lighthouse at Huntington Island State Park in South Carolina to the headquarters of the Mississippi River at Itasca State Park in Minnesota, America's state parks contain some of the most stunning scenery and abundant recreational resources in the country.
Now, with the aid of more than 250 color photographs and 32 maps, National Geographic Guide to State Parks covers in detail the wide range of opportunities available to the day-visitor or the weekend escapist. From the state parks' 25,000 miles of trails, the authors have selected favorites for hiking and biking, horseback riding, and wildflower gazing, and documented ample opportunities for the bird-watcher or rock climber, the wildlife observer or the amateur archaeologist. The guide also provides details on camping and lodging, as well as practical information for each park and its concessionaires.
Perfect for hikers, bikers, rock climbers, or anyone at all who enjoys the outdoors, National Geographic Guide to the State Parks gives you all the information needed to get the most from your park visit. From fishing holes to historic houses, the state parks listed in this book identify new and exciting vacation opportunities for every reader.
2nd edition, 2004.
Softcover.
384 pages (32 maps & 250 color photographs).
Price: $25.00
Ships Immediately.
Part # 41656
