National Parks Guidebook, Second Edition, with 100 New Excursions and Top 10 Lists for U.S. Adventures

This national parks guidebook helps you turn a U.S. park visit into a trip filled with places to explore, walks to consider, and memorable outdoor stops. The second edition of National Geographic's The 10 Best of Everything National Parks brings together 100 new excursions and top 10 lists spanning more than 400 protected sites.

Browse destinations by region, theme, season, and occasion to find ideas that suit your plans. Recommendations cover lodges, hikes, stargazing spots, and campfire meal locations, while photographs, anecdotes, park ranger tips, and hotel and restaurant resources help you compare possibilities before you travel.

Features

• 100 new excursions provide fresh ideas for exploring the U.S. National Park System.
• Top 10 lists help you narrow down hikes, lodges, stargazing spots, and other trip possibilities.
• Coverage extends beyond national parks to national seashores, monuments, battlefields, and scenic trails.
• Destinations organized by region, theme, season, and occasion make browsing relevant trip ideas easier.
• Photographs, anecdotes, and park ranger tips add context to the destinations.
• Hotel and restaurant resources support trip planning alongside outdoor recommendations.

Specifications

• Edition: Second edition
• New excursions: 100
• Coverage: More than 400 protected sites in the U.S. National Park System
• Destination types: National parks, national seashores, national monuments, national battlefields, and national scenic trails
• Organization: Region, theme, season, and occasion
• Recommendation topics: Lodges, hikes, stargazing spots, and campfire meal locations
• Supporting content: Photographs, anecdotes, park ranger tips, and hotel and restaurant resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of destinations does this national parks guidebook cover?

This national parks guidebook covers more than 400 protected sites across the U.S. National Park System. Its scope includes national parks, seashores, monuments, battlefields, and scenic trails.

Can I use this guidebook to choose hikes and places to stay?

Yes, this guidebook includes recommendations for hikes and lodges, plus hotel and restaurant resources. These help you compare outdoor activities and places to stop when planning a trip.

How are the destinations organized?

The guidebook organizes destinations by region, theme, season, and occasion. You can browse for ideas based on where you want to go and the kind of visit you have in mind.

What does the second edition add?

The second edition includes 100 brand-new excursions, new top 10 lists, and new parks and destinations. It also includes photographs, anecdotes, and tips from park rangers.