Good Reads

Good Reads

The park visitor center and the Moab Information Center are good places to find books to enhance your visit to the parks. You can also order them from Canyonlands Natural History Association (800/840-8978. www.cnha.org).

A Naturalist's Guide to Canyon Country by David Williams and Gloria Brown is an excellent, compact field guide for both Arches and Canyonlands.

Best Easy Day Hikes: Arches and Canyonlands by Bill Schneider is a pocket-size trail guide that should boost your confidence as you hit the trails.

Canyon Country Wildflowers by Damian Fagan can help you name the colorful blossoms you see during wildflower season (spring and early summer).

Desert Solitaire — every visitor should read Edward Abbey's classic.

Exploring Canyonlands and Arches National Parks by Bill Schneider provides comprehensive advice on hiking trails, backcountry roads, and trip planning.

Hiking Guide to Arches National Park by Damian Fagan details all of the park's hiking trails.

Into the Mystery: A Driving Tour of Moab Area Rock Art by Janet Lowe offers insight on ancient Native American rock art.

Road Guide to Arches National Park by Peter Anderson has basic information about the geology and natural history in the park.