Moon USA National Parks Hiking - (Moon Hiking Travel Guide) by Jason Frye & Moon Travel Guides (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Pick a park, find your trail, and embark on an unforgettable journey in America's top national parks. Inside Moon USA National Parks Hiking you'll find:

• Coverage of 100 hiking trails across 40 national parks, from Acadia to Zion, organized by region
• Strategic lists and itineraries: Choose from lists of the best day hikes, accessible trails, hikes by season, hikes without crowds, and more, or make your way down the list of the top hiking experiences across the country
• Detailed hike descriptions and trail maps marked with distance, duration, effort level, and trailheads
• Outdoor adventures: Spot wildlife in their natural habitat, catch the sunrise, or stargaze. Take a dip in mountain streams, cast your line in a lake, and stop for a photo at stunning waterfalls
• Comprehensive planning resources: With maps and transportation tips, you'll have the tools to explore each park or region individually, or visit multiple for an epic national parks trip
• Trusted advice from writer and outdoors expert Jason Frye on how to avoid crowds, what time of year to visit, and where to stay inside and outside the parks, from campgrounds to hotels
• Know before you go: Find essential background on climate, terrain, wildlife, history, and trail safety, plus practical information on park fees, passes, and reservations, including how to obtain and use a National Parks Pass
• Gorgeous, full-color photos throughout

From family-friendly adventures to strenuous mountain climbs, hit the trails with Moon USA National Parks Hiking.

For more in-depth information on a specific park, check out one of Moon's national parks travel guides.

About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell--and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.

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About the Author

Raised deep in the mountains of West Virginia, Jason Frye moved to North Carolina to pursue a master of fine arts in creative writing. There, his love for the state deepened into a longing to stay, settle, explore, and be a part of its people, culture, and history.

Jason has contributed stories to VisitNC.com, AAA's On the GO with AAA, Our State magazine, Atlanta Magazine, Southbound magazine, and others. He's an associate producer with North Carolina Weekend, a PBS program focused on all things North Carolina.