National Geographic Atlas of the National Parks - Hardcover

by Jon Waterman (Author)

This stunning book is the first large-format illustrated atlas showcasing America's spectacular national parks from coast to coast.

With 200+ visuals, including maps and photos of all 61 parks, it's a perfect starting point for planning trips--or imagining them from your easy chair!

From the white sand beaches of Florida's Dry Tortugas to the snowy peaks of Alaska's Denali, this captivating book combines authoritative park maps with photos and graphics that display the beauty and tell the stories of America's 61 beloved national parks.

Former ranger and author Jon Waterman introduces readers to the country's scenic reserves and highlights each park's unique and extraordinary features.

This lush reference guide includes:

• Maps of all 61 parks, newly rendered for this book
• In-depth representation of 31 featured parks
• More than 100 informative, state-of-the-art graphics
• Fascinating storytelling about landmarks, ecosystems, wildlife, and history

With an up-close look at what makes each park special--and so uniquely American, this is the perfect gift for national park enthusiasts and for all nature and wildlife lovers eager to know more about what many call "America's best idea."

Author Biography

JON WATERMAN is an award-winning author, filmmaker, and adventurer who has received three grants from the National Geographic Society Expeditions Council. In addition to exploring and documenting various parts of the United States, he is a former ranger for the National Park Service and a longtime wilderness guide. His writing has appeared in the Washington Post, the New York Times, Adventure, Outside, and Backpacker and his books include National Geographic Atlas of Wile America, In the Shadow of Denali, Where Mountains Are Nameless, and Arctic Crossing, among others.