United States: Utah Books and Travel Guides

Best Hikes With Children in Utah A great book that goes into detail about interesting sites to watch for along the way. Includes cautions and degree of difficulty. A must read for anyone who enjoys (or would like to enjoy) hiking with children. Click Here for More Info

City-Smart Guidebook Salt Lake City The mountains surrounding Salt Lake City are world-famous for their recreational opportunities from skiing to backpacking to camping. "City-Smart" will also lead travelers--and locals--to the myriad of attractions in the heart of Salt Lake City with its multitude of fine arts and entertainment offerings, hundreds of boutiques and specialty shops, and ethnically diverse dining rooms. 60 photos and illustrations. Click Here for More Info

Frommer's Utah This all-new guide provides information on driving tours, a full chapter on ski resorts and other winter sports, and complete coverage of the major national parks--including Bryce Canyon and Zion. There is an emphasis on family-friendly hotels, ranches, campgrounds, and restaurants, plus much information on family-oriented activities. Click Here for More Info

Hiking Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks Trail descriptions, maps, and photos provide first-hand information for easy day hikes and extended backpack trips. In addition to interesting natural history overviews, tips for obtaining park permits and no-trace camping and safety techniques will help you plan for and enjoy your trips. Don't forget to pack Hiking Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks before you head out on your next backcountry adventure. Click Here for More Info

Rock Climbing Utah Utah, with its spectacular slickrock canyon country and towering Wasatch Front, boasts a diverse selection of rock climbing areas and routes. With this comprehensive guidebook, climbers can choose from more than 25 areas, including Zion's soaring sandstone big-walls, difficult limestone testpieces in American Fork and Logan canyons, and the fragile desert spires surrounding Moab. Provides detailed maps, cliff topos, route descriptions and beta, and travel and camping information. Click Here for More Info

Utah : Off the Beaten Path For travelers looking to avoid crowds, this guide will help them discover the unique "must-see" attractions of the Beehive State. Go beyond the usual tourist attractions to discover such hidden treasures as the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, Tabernacle Hill, or Goblin Valley State Park. Whatever you do when you get to Utah, get off the interstate-and take this book with you! Click Here for More Info

Utah Atlas and Gazetteer Utah has more national monuments, parks and recreation areas (13) than any other state, and the Utah Atlas & Gazetteer covers them all with an invaluable section containing maps and specialized information for each location. Find the best access roads; locate picnic areas; hiking trails; campsites; discover scenic drives and unique natural features; and get background information plus the phone number for the superintendent's office for each location. Statewide, the Atlas highlights BLM and state lands in color, and includes information on activities as diverse as river trips and downhill skiing. The scale is 1:250,000 ( 1" to 2.4 miles). Click Here for More Info

Utah Handbook Unlock the secrets of this vast state with veteran travel authors Bill Weir and W.C. McRae. Extensive coverage is given on the variety of recreation options, along with a chronology of Utah's history and culture. From the metropolitan splendor of Salt Lake City to the sleepy burger joints of Vernal, the authors provide comprehensive, researched details on life and travels in the Beehive State. Click Here for More Info

Utah Hiking : The Complete Guide to More Than 300 of the Best Hikes in the Beehive State A guide to America's most popular outdoor sport in one of the country's best-loved destinations for natural beauty. "Utah Hiking" covers more than 300 hiking trails throughout the state, including day hikes, overnight trips, and multi-day trails. Click Here for More Info

Utah Travel-Smart Past, present, and future merge in the state where modern rocket systems are tested just minutes from where the historic golden spike completed the first intercontinental railroad. Travelers find Travel-Smart's rating system helps them prioritize activities for memorable vacations. Photos & illustrations. Maps & charts Click Here for More Info

Wild Utah Utah contains more than a million acres of legally protected wilderness. This book provides the information needed to get off the beaten track and into 45 different roadless areas. The authors' comprehensive descriptions thoroughly discuss the land, ecosystems and habitats, and opportunities for exploration and recreation. Click Here for More Info