Historic pioneer trails serve as some of the most fascinating links to our nation’s past and retracing them can be an exhilarating and educational experience. Following the Santa Fe Trail is aimed at assisting modern travelers to enlarge their understanding of the trail and increase the enjoyment that comes from following in the wagon tracks of pioneers. Originating in Franklin, Missouri, the Santa Fe Trail was the first and most exotic of America’s...

Description of 42 "ghost towns" in photograph and story. All but 3 are accessible by car.

From the sweeping prairies of the eastern plains to the jagged peaks of the Rocxk Mountains, this second edition will lead you to 201 of the state's premier wildlife viewing locations and will better your chances of seeing wildlife once you arrive.

Road Biking Colorado features 40 of the best road biking routes in Colorado. Complete with GPS coordinates, detailed mile-by-mile directions, and intimate details of what you'll see along the way, this guide is perfect for the recreational rider. Also included are color maps and photos, and safety tips and notes on local attractions.

Imagine what it would be like to take a trip through Colorado with John Fielder as your tour guide, or to be on location at a Fielder photo shoot. Now is your chance to do both! The celebrated photographer who has traveled the state for more than 40 years in search of its most beautiful vistas shares his love for Colorado's rugged beauty, as well as his knowledge of Colorado's historical, recreational, and cultural richness, in this extraordinary...

"From its aspen-studded mesas to the towering Rockies, Colorado's diverse landscape inspires adventure. This book gives you the strategies you need to know to plan the perfect trip for you: Road-trip itineraries based on the amount of time you have ; Recreation ideas like skiing deep powder, rafting river canyons, and climbing fourteeners ; Tips for seeing wild horses, bugling elk, and bighorn sheep ; Highlights of Colorado's deep history, from ancient...

Updated version covers four new state parks - North Sterling Reservoir, San Luis Lakes, Colorado River, Staunton State park.

From the majestic San Juan Mountains to the wide-open expanses of the San Luis Valley, few fishing areas rival the pristine beauty, diversity and solitude of southern Colorado's rivers and trout streams. This guide thoroughly explores the region's watersheds: the Conejos, Rio Grande, San Juan, Piedra, Los Pios, Animas and Dolores, as well as the still waters of high mountain areas. Included are: ? Detailed maps of the region and each watershed ? Area...

"Camping Colorado will take you to the ideal spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. This comprehensive guidebook gives detailed descriptions of more than 300 campgrounds statewide, including campsites managed by national, state, city, and county parks; the Forest Service; the Bureau of Land Management; and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Easy-to-use maps and charts will simplify your search for the perfect campground. You'll also find vital information...