100 Great American Parks - Hardcover

by Stephanie Pearson (Author)

Discover breathtaking natural landscapes in this beautifully illustrated collection exploring the history and wonder of America's 63 national parks, as well as 37 state, recreational, and city parks and green spaces.

Nowhere in the world is there a park system like America's. The National Park System was the first in the world and is a collection of the country's best national treasures.

Filled with beautiful National Geographic photography, wisdom from experts, need-to-know travel information--including the best scenic overlooks and hiking trails, and practical wildlife-spotting tips--this inspirational collection takes readers to all 63 national parks, as well as 37 state, recreational, and city parks and green spaces.

With a park in every state, this beautiful collection highlights the top experiences in stunning destinations from Yosemite and Sequoia to Biscayne and Mammoth Cave. You'll discover the history, diversity, surprises, and wonder of each park, including:

• The mountain peaks of the Tetons
• Hawaii's constantly erupting volcanoes
• The crystal-clad underworld of Carlsbad Caverns
• The steamy swamps and mangrove forests of the deep South
• Hidden gems tucked in bustling cities, like New York's Central Park
• And so much more!

Each entry in this magnificent volume explores the breathtaking landscapes, remarkable histories, extraordinary wildlife, and the need to conserve and explore each destination. With a foreword from legendary recording artist Garth Brooks, "the voice of America," this innovative guide will inspire you to get outside and explore the greatest park experiences the world has to offer.

Author Biography

STEPHANIE PEARSON is a 2023 National Geographic Explorer who writes about travel, culture, the environment, people, and cutting-edge gear. Her assignments have included reporting from Mount Everest, meditating with Tibetan Buddhist scholar Bob Thurman in Bhutan, and producing an online science curriculum while traveling through Australia and Latin America with National Geographic Fellow Dan Buettner and his team. After receiving her degree from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism, Pearson began her career at Outside magazine, where she was editorial staff for more than a decade and is currently a contributing editor. Her work has appeared in the New York Times Magazine, National Geographic Traveler, Bicycling, Wired, CNN, O, the Oprah Magazine, Men's Journal, Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet, and others. In addition to 100 Great American Parks, she is the author of the illustrated children's book 50 True Tales From Our Great National Parks.