America's first national park, Yellowstone contains an incomparable combination of natural beauty, rugged wilderness, and abundant wildlife. Nearby, Grand Teton National Park is renowned for its magnificent, jagged, snow-capped peaks. Thig guidebook to these parks is chock-full of dazzling photos of the majestic geysers, lakes, and wildlife, including favorite places to explore, from the popular hot spots to the remote backcountry. Special in-depth sections on geothermal features and winter adventures are included.

Compact and affordable, Fodor's Compass American Guides: Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks is a great travel guide for those who want an easy-to-pack guidebook to one of the most exciting national parks in the United States. Fodor's Compass Guides offer highlights of major destinations in a compact package that includes detailed maps that you can bring along with you to help you navigate when cell service is not available. Save time and space by having Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks' top experiences in one convenient guidebook: UP-TO-DATE: Fully updated coverage on the information you need to know DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Best bets from local writers for sightseeing, eating, and sleeping, for every budget. GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND MAPS: Full-color photos and full-size topographic maps cover the best that Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Parks, and its gateway towns have to offer, all in one easy-to-use package. INDISPENSABLE TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS: The photo-rich top experiences along with extensive information on getting into and around the parks help travelers budget their time. Clear, easy-to-read maps show sights, topography, and trailheads, while a special chapter on flora, fauna, and geography is a handy reference tool. PRACTICAL TIPS: Best day hikes, sights, and activities recommended by savvy local writers help travelers make the most of their time. COVERS: Artist Point, Paintbrush Divide Trail, Black Canyon, Upper Geyser Basin, Morning Glory Pool, Monument Geyser, Old Faithful Inn, Jenny Lake Lodge, Mystic Falls, and Hidden Falls, and more! ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's guidebooks have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. Planning to visit other U.S. national parks? Check out Fodor's Compass American Guides: Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks and Fodor's National Parks of the West.

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An indispensable resource for Yellowstone visitors. Newly updated guidebook provides information to assist with all aspects of your trip, from reservations to road maps to recommended activities. The guide will explain Yellowstone's human and geologic history, providing information on the natural features with guidance on how to view the free-ranging wildlife and geothermal features safely. Along with a map of the entire park, the guide also includes an easy-to-use field guide section which contains color photos and descriptions of many of the park's most common mammals, plants, wildflowers and birds. 93 pages.

When the scenery out the car window is breathtaking, drivers and their passengers want maximum gaze time. Our popular road guide, completely revised and updated, features contiguous text and maps so visitors can follow the maps and descriptions as they drive along. The book's efficient design eliminates having to flip back and forth between maps and text and count odometer mileage--a major frustration of other road guides. This indispensable guide tracks the major roads within Yellowstone National Park and its neighbor Grand Teton National Park. Detailed topographical maps point out where to look for wildlife such as mountain goats, bighorn sheep, elk, deer, and bear; geological formations; historical sites; and plants. Also included are locations for camping, fishing, and boating within the Wyoming parks. Several pages of maps and accompanying text cover the popular Grand Loop Road, describing the formation of the 308-foot Lower Falls, Yellowstone Canyon's best views from Artist's Point, and how Mud Volcano lives up to its name. This road guide not only helps visitors find their way around but also makes the trip richer, more interesting, and more enjoyable.

Guidebook to the best places to see various wildlife in Yellowstone and Grand Teton.

Frommer's guidebooks, unlike those of many of our competitors, are written by local experts (not outsiders)--like Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan, a Montana resident, naturalist, and noted travel journalist. In this handy, pocket-size book, she'll help you sort through all the options at these storied national parks so you can tailor an adventure that's right for you. This guide contains: - Insider advice on the best ways to experience some of the country's most dazzling natural landscapes, including tips on the best views, the best backcountry trails, the best scenic drives, and the best activities outside of the parks - Insightful commentary on park landmarks and specific trails, from the majestic Old Faithful Geyser to the iconic multicolored Mammoth Hot Springs to the solitary Signal Mountain Summit Trail - Detailed practical information, including tips on safety, advice for beginning backpackers, and when and where to go to avoid crowds - Opinionated write-ups of hotels, campgrounds, and restaurants--no bland descriptions or lukewarm recommendations here - Exact prices listed for every business and activity, so there's no guessing or nasty surprises - Helpful maps throughout - Large, easy-to-read fonts but thin paper, so the book isn't too heavy to carry - Planning tips for getting there, getting around, saving money, and getting the most from your trip About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 60 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have published thousands of titles, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.