Travel : Parks & Campgrounds

In this guide, renowned  travel writing team  Harry Basch and Shirley Slater offers updates on their favorite RV trips around the U.S., including scenic routes along Virginia's Skyline Drive and the New England coast, plus jaunts through the Heart of the Heartlands (Indiana, Iowa and Illinois) and to Alaska via Canada. On each trip you'll get all the famous, infamous, and off-the-wall attractions; campgrounds along each route, from luxurious private RV parks with heated swimming pools and golf courses to quiet, forested campgrounds in state and national parks; tips for making life on the road easier and more comfortable; and a complete guide to buying or renting an RV, with tips on how to decide which type is right for you. All this, plus information on wildlife watching and scenic views, the best parks and beaches, quick-and-easy recipes, packing suggestions, info on road etiquette and safety, and more. Head off the beaten path with Frommer's, to discover the real life lurking around the bend. Free companion podcast available!. more...

Price: $17.99

Millions of families visit the national parks annually. So we sent our author out to hit the trails and campsites to figure out how to beat the crowds and enjoy an unspoiled family experience of nature. Inside this book, you'll visit the most spectacular landscapes in the United States. This incredibly detailed, complete guide covers every kind of activity available in each park, from hiking to bird watching, with a range of sports for visitors of all ages and skill levels. This new edition of Frommer's National Parks with Kids also includes reviews of park lodges, camping, and nearby accommodations to help you plan all aspects of your trip. Exact prices are listed for every establishment and activity. No other guide offers such detailed, candid reviews...or such honest advice. Complete with maps of every park, including detailed maps of hiking trails in the major parks. more...

Price: $21.99

In this guide, renowned  travel writing team  Harry Basch and Shirley Slater offers updates on their favorite RV trips around the U.S., including scenic routes along Virginia's Skyline Drive and the New England coast, plus jaunts through the Heart of the Heartlands (Indiana, Iowa and Illinois) and to Alaska via Canada. more...

Price: $17.99

One of America's greatest treasures is the diverse beauty that nature has bestowed upon its landscape. From Acadia to Yellowstone, this book profiles the most scenic parks in the US. Candid evaluations tell you what you must see and what you can afford to miss. Driving routes within each park, plus walking tours and facilities offered. Illustrated with maps and photos. more...

Price: $15.00

This informative guide to the parks of New York and New Jersey is a must for both visitors and residents who want to enjoy the many recreational opportunities offered in the public parks, forests and historic sites of these two states. Whether you want to explore the wilderness, hike the trails, study the plant and animal life, or just relax and enjoy the scenery, this guidebook is sure to meet your needs. With over 200 locations outlined and studied in detail, the only problem you'll have will be deciding which park to visit! For each site, the book lists all the activities you can enjoy, such as spelunking, trail riding, hiking, swimming, hunting, biking and golf. It also provides practical details of opening times, seasonal restrictions, fees (if applicable) and directions to and around the park. Accommodations, which may be as simple as a campsite on the water's edge or as luxurious as a 500-room rustic lodge, are also discussed. Locator maps make travel from one park to the next a breeze. more...

Price: $15.00