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Recommended Trail Guides and Identification Guide Books To help you find unparalled beauty and outdoor fun in Utah
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Geology Canyon Country Geology for the Layman and Rockhound by Barnes Canyonlands Country : Geology of Canyonlands and Arches National Park by Donald L. Baars Gem Trails of Utah by James R. Mitchell Roadside Geology of Utah by Halka Chronic Rockhounding Utah by William A. Kappele, W. R. C. Shedenhelm (Editor) Stone Desert: A Naturalist's Guide to Canyonlands by Childs, the author describes the unique geology of Canyonlands, including such information as how to identify animal tracks and make tea from indigenous plants Sculpturing of Zion : Guide to the Geology of Zion by Wayne L. Hamilton, Victor L. Jackson, James Staebler (Editor) Ghost Towns Ghost Towns of the West by Lambert Florin Historical Guide to Utah Ghost Towns by Stephen L. Carr Hiking Best EZ Day Hikes in Canyonlands and Arches by: Schneider, includes trail descriptions and maps of the author's favorite short hikes. Best Hikes With Children in Utah by Maureen Keilty, Dan Peha (Photographer) Canyon Hiking Guide to the Colorado Plateau by Michael Kelsey Canyon Country Hiking and Natural History by Barnes, a guide to all of the established trails and many of the wilderness routes in the canyons of southeastern Utah Exploring Canyonlands and Arches National Parks by Bill Schneider, the most comprehensive guide available to the trails and backcountry roads of this section of Utah's desert country Exploring the Backcountry of Zion National Park : Off Trail Routes by Brerton & Dunaway, This book is offered as an aid to experienced off-trail hikers at his or her own risk High Uinta Trails by Davis & Veranth, The highest mountains, the unique alpine ecosystem, and the largest designated Wilderness in Utah are all found here High Uintas Backcountry by Jeff Probst, A guide and trip planner with 99 hikes in the High Uintas of Utah, factors such as solitude, fishing, scenery, spring water, campsites, and horsefeed are rated Hiking, Biking & Exploring Canyonlands National Park and Vicinity by Michael R. Kelsey, (Out of print, but available in libraries) Hiking the Escalante by Rudi Lambrechtse, (Out of print, but available in libraries) Hike and Explore Utah's Robber's Roost and Henry Mountains by Kelsey, Hiking guide to the spectacular Henry Mountains, plus details on the life and legend of Butch Cassidy who lived there. Hiking and Exploring Utah's San Rafael Swell by Michael R. Kelsey The Hiker's Guide to Utah by Dave Hall Hiking Utah by Dave Hall, Ann Seifert, your introduction to day hikes and overnight adventures throughout Utah's backcountry Hiking Utah's Summits by Paula Huff, Tom Wharton, This complete guide leads today's outdoor enthusiasts to the top of 26 peaks, one for each of Utah's counties. Hiking the Wasatch by John Veranth, details on trails in the mountains near Salt Lake City Hiking Zion and Bryce National Parks by Erik Molvar, Eric Molvar, Tamara Martin, Trail descriptions, maps, and photos provide first-hand information for easy day hikes and extended backpack trips Hiking in Zion National Park : The Trails by Bob Lineback Moab Country Day Hikes by Barnes & Barnes, 41 day hikes in the Moab vicinity. Each hike includes a description, access, highlights, time required, as well as useful maps. Photos throughout Paria River Hike & Explore by Mike Kelsey, This book covers all the upper canyons and side canyon hikes from Bryce Canyon to Lee's Ferry Park City Trails by Raye C. Ringholz out of print, but available in libraries Utah's National Parks : Hiking and Vacationing in Utah's Canyon Country by Ron Adkison Zion and Bryce Hiking Guide by Molvar & Martin, Complete trail descriptions of 56 hikes in southwestern Utah include natural and historic interpretive information Ruins and Rock Art Ancient Ruins by David Noble Covers more than 60 sites, with maps and photos. Paperback Images in Stone by David Muench (Photographer), Polly Schaafsma Muench's stunning photographs combined with anthropologist Polly Schaafsma's in-depth text provides powerful insight to these ancient people. Hardcover Indian Rock Art of the Southwest by Polly Schaafsma, and extensive study Legacy on Stone : Rock Art of the Colorado Plateau and Four Corners Region by Sally J. Cole Petroglyphs and Pictographs of Utah : The East And Northeast (Volume 1) by Kenneth B. Castleton Petroglyphs and Pictographs of Utah (Vol 2) by Kenneth B. Castleton The Rock Art of Utah : A Study from the Donald Scott Collection by Polly Schaafsma Anthropologist Polly Schaafsma's educated musings about what this all really means. Paperback Snow Sports ABC's of Avalanche Safety by Ed LaChapelle, Avalanche danger is a very serious threat to backcountry winter travelers. Learn how to prepare, what to look for, and what to do to keep safe. Avalanche Handbook by David McClung & Peter Schaerer Skier's Guide to Utah by Michael Jensen Wasatch Winter Trails by John Veranth, Winter in Utah is a time for ski touring and snowshoeing. Here is a guidebook to the best winter trails that are readily accessible from the Wasatch Front. Water Sports Boaters Guide to Lake Powell Featuring: Hiking Camping, Geology, History and Archaeology by Kelsey Cataract Canyon via the Green or Colorado rivers : a river runner's guide by Donald L. Baars Canyonland's River Guide : Westwater, Lake Powell, Canyonlands National Park by Bill Belknap Houseboating on Lake Powell by Hirsch River Guide to Canyonland's NP and Vicinity by Michael R. Kelsey River Guide to Desolation and Gray Canyons by Thomas G. Rampton River Runners' Guide to Utah and Adjacent Areas by Gary C. Nichols Rivers of the Southwest : A Boaters Guide to the Rivers of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona by Fletcher Anderson, Ann Hopkinson San Juan Canyons River Guide by: Baars, This river-runner's guide to the San Juan Canyons in Utah features detailed topographic maps and accompanying text with natural and cultural highlights. Wildflowers Wildflowers of Southwestern Utah by Buchanan, takes an ecological approach to plant identification, introducing readers to eight wildflower communities of the Bryce Canyon and Cedar Breaks region Field Guide to Wildflowers of the Rocky Mountains by Schreier, a complete, full-color overview of nearly 300 species Flowers of the Canyon Country by Stanley Welsh and Bill Ratcliffe Shrubs and Trees of the Southwest Desert by Janice Bowers Shrubs and Trees of the Southwest Uplands by Francis Hapgood Elmore Utah Wildflowers by Richard Shaw, guide to the identification of 102 flowers native to the northern 2/3 of Utah Weeds of the West by Tom Whitson, 640 pages and over 300 plants identified Wildlife Mammals of the Canyon Country by David M. Armstrong Snakes of Utah by Douglas C. Cox, Wilmer W. Tanner, Mark Philbrick (Photographer) Utah Wildlife Viewing Guide by Cole, Included are detailed descriptions of each viewing site, maps and access information, helpful viewing tips, and hundreds of color photographs featuring the wildlife and scenic natural areas of this incredibly diverse state
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