Utah's rugged, colorful landscape is so filled with beauty that it heels like a place of myth. This book gives you what you need to experience it all: The best outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, rafting, and skiing; Itineraries ranging from two days in Salt Lake City to ten days covering the entire state; A road trip touring all five of Utah's national parks; Highlights of the state's deep history, from dinosaur fossils to ancient pictographs;...

"Our Great Big Backyard follows Jane, whose plans of spending the summer playing video games with her friends are dashed when her parents announce that her family is going on a road trip to national parks around the country. Yet somewhere between the Everglades and Big Bend National Park, things begin to change. Jane starts paying attention to the magnificent sights and spends less time looking at her screen. The stunning views open up her imagination...

"Profiles of 60 parks--from battlefields to national seashores--administered by the National Park Service, highlighting their diverse appeal and available outdoor activities. A brief glimpse is given of 29 additional parks, including the newly created Indiana Sand Dunes."

Examines the history and geological features of Yosemite National Park, and discusses the park's ecosystem, issues, and animals. Includes an itinerary for visiting, safety tips, color photographs, a glossary, and a map of the park.

Everglades National Park is one of the United States' most storied national parks. Created in 1947, the park's unique ecosystem draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to Florida every year. This intermediate-level survey, filled with vibrant photos and factual text, examines the must-see features of the park and its wildlife, from the vast expanse of sawgrass prairies to the enchanting encounters with the American alligator. The park's historical...

"Lonely Planet's Florida and the South's National Parks is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip. Camp in Congaree, paddle through the Everglades and scale the Great Smoky Mountains; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Florida and the South's National Parks and begin your journey now!"--Publisher's description.

"An exploration of Rocky Mountain National Park, including how its mountainous landscape was formed, its history of preservation, and tourist attractions such as the towering summit of Longs Peak"--

"An exploration of Grand Canyon National Park, including how its enormous canyon was formed, its history of preservation, and tourist attractions such as the overlook called Mather Point"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the history of this national park, its geological features, plant and animal life, dangers in the park, and efforts to preserve it. Reviewed National Parks are part of the heritage of America, and this series examines the most compelling parks in the country. Students will examine the ecosystems, geology, and the flora and fauna that make each park unique. Readers will learn each park's history from early human habitation through its designation...

This encyclopedia offers readers the chance to explore the 63 national parks in the United States and its territories. Alongside photos of the parks, the text highlights each park's history, points of interest, and things to do. Features include glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.