DK National Parks of the USA

Make your trip to the national parks of the USA extraordinary

Marvelling at the view from the Grand Canyon. Walking among some of the world's oldest and biggest trees at Redwood. Road-tripping down Glacier's Going-to-the-Sun Road. The US's national parks offer enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.

Our updated guide brings the national parks to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which explain the parks' unique geology.

You'll discover:

- our pick of the national parks' must-sees and top experiences
- beautiful photography and detailed maps, taking you to the heart of the national parks
- the best spots to eat, drink, and stay
- detailed maps and tours which make navigating the parks easy
- easy-to-follow itineraries
- expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
- colour-coded chapters to each region of the United States, so you can find the parks with ease
- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

Spending more time in the USA? Try the DK USA travel guide.

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