by Stewart M. Green (Author)
Pack up the car and enjoy 25 drives ranging from 20 to 200 miles long through Arizona's most spectacular landscapes--including the Grand Canyon, Petrified Forest, Monument Valley, and the Sonoran Desert. Included are route maps; in-depth descriptions of special attractions and historical points; and tips on lodging, camping, and dining.
Back Jacket
Pack up the car and enjoy twenty-five separate drives through the deep canyons, cacti-spotted desert plains, and grassy prairies of Arizona This indispensable highway companion maps out day trips that explore the Grand Canyon State. Discover Arizona's multicultural history, geographic diversity, and awe-inspiring scenery along highways and back roads from the Grand Canyon and the Painted Desert to the volcanic White Mountains and the Apache Trail Scenic Byway. Along the way, stop and explore the ruins of Indian villages, watery playgrounds, such as Lake Mead, the natural delights of national parklands, and the ghost towns and abandoned gold mines of Arizona's pioneer days. Inside you'll find: - Itineraries ranging from 16 to 169 miles in length - In-depth descriptions of attractions along the way - Route maps for each drive - Historical information and suggested side trips
Author Biography
Stewart M. Green is a freelance photographer and writer who is the author and photographer of many books for Globe Pequot and FalconGuides, including five Scenic Driving Guides. His photographs have appeared in many publications including Climbing, Rock and Ice, Outside, National Motorist, On The Edge, Alp, Sierra, and others.