Grand Canyon Natural Parks by Wendy Yanagihara and Jennifer Denniston:

“Mother Nature wasn’t messing around when she created the Grand Canyon, slicing through Arizona with 277 miles of red rock spires, stomach-churning drops and wide open spaces. Whether you’re an avid hiker, geology nut or sunset seeker, maximize your trip with this top-selling guide to the USA’s most iconic national park.’

Detailed Itineraries – explore the South and North Rims with 17 great itineraries, plus Las Vegas, Route 66, Sedona, Flagstaff and Skywalk!

Best Hiking Routes – more than 40 hikes for all levels, including rim-to-rim, waterfalls and remote overlooks, plus loads of topographic maps

Family Friendly Options – ‘star parties,’ mule trips, ranger programs and dozens of firsthand tips in our special Kids & Pets chapter

Adventure Ideas – covers rafting on the Colorado River, hiking, biking, horseback riding, skiing, swimming, fishing, helicopter rides, volunteering and much more

With 700 hours of in-park research and 130 miles of trails hiked, our authors offer sound advice for visitors

Even though there are park service guides, in the parks, that offer help, as well as many service brochures, sometimes a handy book is useful to carry along to view while enjoying, and while, anticipating the exciting trip waiting ahead.

It has loads of useful information especially for the learner who has never set front in the beautiful paradise before and the surrounding area. Not only were we able to visit the Grand Canyon, South Rim, but the North Rim as well. We also took some time to wander around Flagstaff.