organized by region and by activity: Find the best parks for your timeline and interests, with lists of the top parks for hiking, winter activities, wildlife, solitude, scenic drives, and more. Comprehensive planning resources: With detailed maps and transportation tips, you'll have the tools to explore each park or region individually, or visit multiple for an epic parks trip. How to take a national parks road trip, with advice on how to link the parks together and interesting stops between them. The top outdoor adventures for hikers, bikers, climbers, kayakers, whitewater rafters, and more. Expert advice from former park guide Becky Lomax on how to beat the crowds, the best times of year to visit, and nearby attractions and state parks. Where to stay in and around each park, whether you're pitching the tent, parking the RV, or bedding down at a hotel Practical tips and background information on weather, terrain, wildlife, history, and health and safety precautions. Know before you go: Up-to-date information on fees, passes, and reservations, including how to obtain and use a National Parks Pass. Gorgeous, full-color photos throughout, plus a handy keepsake section for your national parks stamps and a foldout poster map. Expert insight and honest advice on visiting every national park: with Moon's help, make it a trip to remember.